Hingham public meetings in 2021

Board of Health

The Board of Health will consider permit actions for septic works and cellar floor elevation. The board will also discuss updates to well regulations. Additionally, the EHO Report will provide a COVID-19 update.

• Septic Works Construction Permit for 0 & 3 Home Meadow
• Cellar Floor Elevation at 220 Summer
• Variance to Potable Well at 42 Charles St
• Discussion on Well Regulations Update
• COVID-19 update

The Board approved three variances for a septic system at 3 Home Meadows Lane, conditional on EHO landscaping approval, DPW drainage approval, and installation of Bituthene 4000 waterproofing. It also granted variances for 42 Charles Street contingent on using a Singulair nitrogen-reducing system, and accepted withdrawal of a permit application for 220 Summer Street. Minutes from October 14 and December 9 were approved.

• Approved 3 variances (VII(J), VII(M)(1), VII(P)) for 3 Home Meadows Lane septic permit (3-0)
• Approved 3 variances (VII(J), VII(M), VII(F)) for 42 Charles Street septic repair, conditional on Singulair system (3-0)
• Accepted withdrawal of septic permit application for 220 Summer Street (3-0)
• Approved minutes of October 14, 2021 (2-0, Eldredge abstained)
• Approved minutes of December 9, 2021 (2-0, Bickford abstained)
• Approved sending letter to Town Administrator re: MGL c.111 s.27 (3-0)

Climate Action Planning Committee

The committee will discuss a rubric for evaluating responses to the Climate Action Plan request for proposal. The agenda also includes an overview of the Tree Preservation Bylaws and updates on working groups.

• Overview of Tree Preservation Bylaws
• Discussion of evaluation rubric for Climate Action Plan RFP
• Updates on the status of the Climate Action Plan proposal
• Working Group updates

School Committees

The Salary & Negotiations Subcommittee will discuss next steps regarding the superintendent search. The committee also plans to enter executive session to discuss administrator contracts and negotiation strategies for HEA Unit B & C, bus drivers, and food service workers.

• Superintendent Search communications and next steps
• Discussion of individual administrator contracts
• Negotiations with HEA Unit B & C, Bus Drivers, and Food Service workers regarding 2021-2022 school reopening conditions

Bare Cove Park Committee

The committee will review meeting minutes, the Ranger's Report, and the Treasurer's Report. Agenda items include discussing memorial bench guidelines and goals for park projects in 2021. New business includes an item regarding the Climate Action Committee.

• Review and accept Meeting Minutes
• Memorial bench guidelines
• Discussion on park projects and 2021 goals
• Climate Action Committee update

The committee approved joining a petition supporting a new full-time Sustainability Director for Hingham, as recommended by the Climate Action Planning Committee. They also approved the ranger's and treasurer's reports, tabled memorial bench guidelines, and decided to install a portable toilet in January to gauge usage.

• Approved joining petition supporting Sustainability Director position
• Approved Ranger's Report
• Approved Treasurer's Report
• Tabled memorial bench guidelines
• Decided to install one ADA-compliant portapotty in January

Retirement Board

The Hingham Retirement Board will review minutes from the November 23, 2021 meeting and approve December 2021 expenses. The board will also consider applications for membership, superannuation, and buybacks.

• Review of November 23, 2021, meeting minutes
• Review of December 2021 allowances and expenses
• Review of membership applications
• Review of superannuation applications
• Review of buyback/make-up applications

The Hingham Contributory Retirement Board unanimously approved the November 2021 retirement allowances and expenses, totaling $912,222.65 in payroll and $10,730.08 in expenses. They also approved five new memberships to the retirement system. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural.

• Approved minutes of November 23, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Approved November 2021 retirement allowances totaling $912,222.65 (5-0)
• Approved November 2021 expenses totaling $10,730.08 (5-0)
• Approved five new retirement system memberships (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:25 AM (5-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will review FY23 budget requests for several departments, including IT and Sewer. The board will also consider renewing various food service and limousine licenses. Additionally, the agenda includes a COVID-19 update.

• FY23 budget requests for Veterans, IT, Historic Preservation, Sewer, and South Shore Country Club
• Four special wine and malt beverage licenses for Ames Chapel events
• Renewal of 2022 Common Victualler Licenses for various local businesses
• Renewal of 2022 Limousine Licenses
• Review of Talent Bank applicants for town appointments

The Select Board approved four one-day wine and malt beverage licenses for the Friends of Hingham Cemetery's 2022 Winter Arts Series at Ames Chapel, with attendance capped at 92 per event. The board also approved 2022 renewals for 21 common victualler licenses and 2 limousine licenses. Department heads presented FY23 budget requests, but no final budget decisions were made.

• Approved four one-day liquor licenses for Friends of Hingham Cemetery Winter Arts Series (3-0)
• Approved 21 common victualler license renewals for 2022 (3-0)
• Approved 2 limousine license renewals for 2022 (3-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a request from B&K Enterprises, LLC to withdraw without prejudice their application for a special permit. The application sought to expand an existing marina use within the Waterfront Business and Hingham Harbor Overlay Districts.

• Withdrawal request for marina expansion at 26 Summer Street
• Approval of minutes
• Administrative reports

The Zoning Board of Appeals granted the applicant's request to withdraw, without prejudice, a Special Permit A1 application to expand an existing marina use at 26 Summer Street. The withdrawal was approved unanimously by the three members present. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Granted withdrawal without prejudice of Special Permit A1 application for marina expansion at 26 Summer Street (3-0)

School Committees

The Hingham School Committee is reviewing and considering candidates for the position of Superintendent of Schools. The committee may vote to enter into negotiations with a successful candidate.

• Reviewing candidates for the Superintendent of Schools position
• Potential vote to enter into negotiations with a selected candidate

Personnel Board

The meeting includes a transition from open session to an executive session. This session is for discussing collective bargaining strategy with Teamsters, Local 25 Union.

• Executive session regarding collective bargaining strategy with Teamsters, Local 25 Union

Personnel Board

The Hingham Personnel Board met to conduct collective bargaining negotiations with the Teamsters, Local 25 Union. The meeting included a transition from an open session into an executive session.

• Collective bargaining negotiations with Teamsters, Local 25 Union

Capital Outlay Committee

The committee is reviewing FY2023 capital budget department requests. These include requests from the Bare Cove Park Committee and the Department of Public Works (Highway, Transfer Station, and Sewer).

• Bare Cove Park Committee capital budget requests
• DPW Highway, Transfer Station, and Sewer capital budget requests
• Approval of December 13, 2021 meeting minutes

The Capital Outlay Committee reviewed FY2023 capital budget requests from Bare Cove Park, DPW, and the Transfer Station, but made no final approvals. The committee discussed roof and wall repairs for Building 80 at Bare Cove Park, DPW vehicle and equipment needs, and Transfer Station projects, with some items deferred for further estimates or evaluation. The only formal action was unanimous approval of the December 13, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approved minutes of 12/13/2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Deferred decision on Bare Cove Park Building 80 roof pending new estimates
• Discussed $5,000 forklift repair, $25,000 tire/undercarriage repairs, and $140,000 Transfer Station projects
• Reviewed DPW highway vehicle requests totaling $729,155, with no action taken
• Noted $10,000 fence replacement at Hersey Street as critical safety issue

Conservation Commission

The commission will review several Requests for Determination of Applicability and Notices of Intent. These proposals include barn construction, additions, and driveway expansions. The meeting also includes the approval of previous minutes.

• Proposed barn demolition and construction at 208 Downer Avenue
• Proposed addition, deck, and septic tank relocation at 17 Chamberlain Run
• Notice of intent for a new driveway and septic system at 36 East Street & 0 R Rockwood Road
• Notice of intent for an addition, driveway, and pool installation at 41 Jarvis Avenue
• Notice of intent for driveway expansion and landscaping at 81R Summer Street

The Hingham Conservation Commission approved minutes from the December 6 meeting and issued negative determinations of applicability for projects at 208 Downer Avenue and 17 Chamberlain Run, meaning they do not require further review under the Wetlands Protection Act. The commission also continued several hearings, including a Notice of Intent for 36 East Street and 0 R Rockwood Road to January 10, 2022, and for 41 Jarvis Avenue to January 31, 2022, and for 81R Summer Street to January 10, 2022. A request for a certificate of compliance for 24 Lewis Court was continued to May 23, 2022.

• Approved 12/6/21 draft minutes (unanimous)
• Issued negative determination for 208 Downer Avenue (unanimous)
• Issued negative determination for 17 Chamberlain Run (unanimous)
• Continued 24 Lewis Court certificate of compliance to May 23, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued 36 East Street & 0 R Rockwood Road NOI to Jan 10, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued 41 Jarvis Avenue NOI to Jan 31, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued 81R Summer Street NOI to Jan 10, 2022 (unanimous)

School Committees

The Hingham School Committee will discuss the Food Service Substitute rate effective January 1, 2022. The agenda also includes updates on the Superintendent search and the appointment of a representative to the School Facilities Master Plan Review Committee.

• Discussion of Jan 1, 2022 Food Service Substitute rate
• Appointment of Jen Benham to the School Facilities Master Plan Review Committee
• Update on the Superintendent search
• Potential changes to the town Naming Bylaw
• Review of a grade 10 homeschool application

Board of Assessors

This meeting consists of procedural items and routine administrative tasks. The board will review and sign warrants, exemptions, and invoices.

• Review and sign warrants, exemptions, and invoices

The Board of Assessors met on December 16, 2021, and took only routine procedural actions. They approved the minutes from the December 2, 2021 meeting, signed warrants and invoices, and scheduled the next meeting for January 13, 2022. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from December 2, 2021 meeting
• Signed warrants and invoices
• Set next meeting for January 13, 2022 at 10 AM

Public Safety Facility Building Committee

The committee will review a budget report regarding the Public Safety Facility. This includes discussing KBA Amendment #01 for a site survey and reviewing invoices for approval.

• KBA Amendment #01 – Site Survey
• Review and approval of invoices

The Public Safety Facility Building Committee approved KBA Amendment #01 for $18,590 for extra design services, including a site survey for easements, curb cuts, and underground utilities. They also approved November invoices from KBA ($118,800) and Hill ($8,575). The committee discussed design progress, including stormwater management, flood considerations, and a memo from Hingham Net Zero proposing alternative energy solutions, but took no action on those proposals.

• Approved December 2, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved KBA Amendment #01 for $18,590 for extra design services (unanimous)
• Approved KBA invoice for $118,800 (unanimous)
• Approved Hill invoice for $8,575 (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals is reviewing a request for a special permit to create an accessory dwelling unit (ADU). The application concerns the property located at 22 Martins Lane.

• Special Permit A1 for an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) at 22 Martins Lane

The Zoning Administrator granted Nicole and Adam Benjamin a Special Permit A1 to create an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) at 22 Martins Lane in Residence District C. The decision was made after confirming the application met all eligibility, dimensional, and design requirements, including the town's ADU cap. The permit is subject to conditions such as owner occupancy and annual recertification.

• Granted Special Permit A1 for ADU at 22 Martins Lane (unanimous)
• Confirmed ADU cap not exceeded (15th application, cap of 156)
• Approved ADU with conditions: owner occupancy, annual recertification, no separate sale

Sewer Commission

The Hingham Sewer Commission will meet to vote on the FY2023 sewer operating and capital budgets. The commission will also consider the FY22 preliminary sewer bill assessments and abatements.

• FY2023 Sewer Operating & Capital Budgets
• FY22 Preliminary Sewer Bill assessment
• Approval of September 23, 2021 minutes
• Abatements

The Hingham Sewer Commission approved the FY2023 operating budget of $3,632,257 and the capital budget of $485,000, both unanimously. They also accepted the FY2022 preliminary sewer bill assessment of $1,532,464.37, approved four sewer bill abatements, and assigned Clark Frazier as the MWRA sewer representative. The minutes from September 23, 2021 were tabled for further discussion.

• Approved FY2023 operating budget of $3,632,257 (3-0)
• Approved FY2023 capital budget of $485,000 (3-0)
• Accepted FY2022 preliminary sewer bill assessment of $1,532,464.37 (3-0)
• Approved sewer abatements for 12 Summit Drive ($1,883.28), 71 Fearing Road ($2,049.60), 13 Baker Hill Drive ($6,378.49), and 302 Tuckers Lane ($3,351.79) (3-0)
• Assigned Clark Frazier as MWRA sewer representative (3-0)
• Tabled approval of September 23, 2021 minutes for further discussion

School Committees

The School Building Committee will discuss updates regarding the Foster School Project. The meeting includes a debrief on preliminary design comments from a review call with MSBA.

• Foster School Project design review debrief

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will meet to call the meeting to order and move into an executive session. The board intends to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining with Teamsters Local 25 Union.

• Discussion of collective bargaining strategy with Teamsters Local 25 Union

School Committees

The School Committee will accompany superintendent candidates Dr. Scott Carpenter and Dr. Jennifer Curtis on a tour of school properties and the Town of Hingham. The visit includes meetings with leadership, faculty, and staff at Hingham High School.

• Tour of school properties and the Town of Hingham with superintendent candidates
• Meetings with leadership team, faculty, and staff at Hingham High School

School Committees

The Hingham School Committee will conduct interviews with two superintendent candidates. The scheduled interviews involve Dr. Scott Carpenter and Dr. Jennifer Curtis.

• Interviews with Superintendent candidates Dr. Scott Carpenter and Dr. Jennifer Curtis

School Committees

The Hingham School Committee is conducting interviews with two candidates for the position of Superintendent. The candidates being interviewed are Dr. Margaret Adams and Dr. Andrea Schwamb.

• Interviews with Superintendent candidates Dr. Margaret Adams and Dr. Andrea Schwamb

Center for Active Living Building Committee

The Senior Center Building Committee is meeting to review design criteria for the Senior Center. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding senior center needs and design analysis.

• Senior Center Design Criteria
• Senior Center Needs and Design Analysis

The committee discussed potential override and expenses, reviewed senior center design criteria, and conducted a virtual walkthrough of floor plans. No formal votes or decisions were recorded; the meeting was primarily informational and preliminary.

• Discussed potential override and expenses for the town
• Reviewed senior center design criteria and needs analysis
• Viewed floor plans for virtual walkthrough and historical uses
• Discussed incorporating auditorium renovation (3,800 sq ft) and basketball court (3,800 sq ft)
• Held preliminary discussions on alternate parking options

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will hold a joint session with the Select Board. The purpose of this meeting is to vote on filling a vacancy on the Board of Assessors.

• Vote on filling a vacancy on the Board of Assessors

Housing Authority

The Board will consider motions to adopt the FY 2022 HUD Fair Market Rents as the payment standard for Hingham moves and recertifications. The agenda also includes updates on CPC applications, mini-splits, and maintenance.

• Motion to adopt FY 2022 HUD Fair Market Rents
• Update on CPC Applications status
• Update on Mini-splits Application status
• Approval of Accounts Payable as presented

The Hingham Housing Authority voted unanimously to adopt FY2022 HUD Fair Market Rents as the payment standard for leased housing, effective with January 2022 moves and March 2022 recertifications, with an exception for the Boston-Quincy-Cambridge FMR pending an appeal. The board also approved the November 9, 2021 meeting minutes (with one abstention) and the accounts payable as presented. The Executive Director reported on routine operations, including a holiday party, unit leasing, and a booster clinic. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 5:24 p.m.

• Approved minutes from November 9, 2021 meeting (4-0-1)
• Approved accounts payable as presented (unanimous)
• Adopted FY2022 HUD Fair Market Rents as payment standard, except Boston-Quincy-Cambridge FMR pending appeal (unanimous)
• Adopted Boston-Quincy-Cambridge FMR as determined by appeal outcome (unanimous)

Council on Aging

The meeting includes updates from the Marketing & Rebranding, Volunteer Enrichment, and Senior Center Building committees. The board will also discuss the UMB Needs Assessment and the Registration Fee Reimbursement Policy.

• Committee updates for Marketing & Rebranding, Volunteer Enrichment, and Senior Center Building
• UMB Needs Assessment
• Registration Fee Reimbursement Policy
• Open Board Seats

The Hingham Council on Aging Advisory Board met remotely on December 14, 2021, and approved the November meeting minutes unanimously. The board discussed a potential reimbursement policy for class fees, with a plan to draft a written policy for review at the next meeting. The meeting ended early due to technical issues at 12:34 pm.

• Approved November meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to develop written fee reimbursement/credit policy for review next meeting

Cleaner Greener Hingham Committee

The committee will discuss the Pay As You Throw program and receive an update from the Department of Public Works (DPW) on the RDP program. Members will also review plans for a new handbook and approve minutes from November 2021 meetings.

• Update from DPW on RDP program
• Discussion of Pay As You Throw
• Plans for CGH Charter and Handbook creation
• Approval of November 2021 meeting minutes

The Cleaner Greener Hingham Committee met and discussed updates to the Recycling Dividends Program, potential changes to the committee's charter, and the Pay As You Throw (PAYT) program as a cost-saving option. No formal decisions were made; actions were assigned to members for further research and follow-up. The minutes from three previous meetings were approved.

• Approved minutes of Nov 23, Nov 30, and Dec 6 meetings
• Discussed Recycling Dividends Program changes (no action taken)
• Discussed PAYT as option for reducing waste disposal costs (no action taken)
• Assigned actions to research benchmark towns and PAYT examples

Harbor Development Committee

The committee will discuss the permit status for the Town Wharf Project and provide an update on the Boat Ramp Bid Opening. The agenda also includes consideration of the Barnes Wharf expansion and a review of the CPC Master Plan RFP status.

• Town Wharf Project CONCOM Certificate of Conditions issuance and permit status
• Barnes Wharf expansion consideration
• Boat Ramp Bid Opening and project timing update
• Bathing Beach House flood update
• CPC Master Plan for Hingham Harbor RFP status

The Hingham Harbor Development Committee unanimously supported a plan to let the high school sailing team use a free-floating dock in the inner harbor from mid-March to end of April, then move it near the Hingham Yacht Club after May 1. The committee also approved the November 16 meeting minutes and discussed updates on the Town Wharf project, Barnes Wharf expansion, boat ramp bids, and a CPC grant for a harbor master plan. No other formal votes were taken.

• Approved November 16, 2021 meeting minutes
• Voted unanimously to support sailing team's temporary floating dock plan

Country Club Management Committee

The Country Club Management Committee will review the FY 2023 final budget and capital submissions, including Town Meeting Articles. The meeting also covers progress on maintenance building construction and pool design.

• FY 2023 Final Budget and Capital submission
• Maintenance Building & Pool Design updates
• Point of Sale procurement
• Raffael’s Tent Improvements
• CPC Town Pool Application

The Country Club Management Committee approved the minutes of the November 22, 2021 meeting and reviewed the FY2023 budget request, which projects $2,218,000 in revenue and $1,988,015 in expenses. The budget will be sent to the Selectman and Advisory Committee for review. The committee also discussed the 2022 permit holder letter, golf outing contract, and the Point of Sale procurement process, with Golf Now and Fore Up to be vetted. The pool and maintenance building projects will have articles at the April 2022 Annual Town Meeting.

• Approved minutes of November 22, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Authorized Kevin Whalen to make incidental corrections to minutes and forward to Town Clerk
• Reviewed FY2023 budget request ($2,218,000 revenue, $1,988,015 expenses) to be sent to Selectman and Advisory Committee
• Reviewed 2022 Permit Holder Letter and Golf Outing Contract
• Discussed Point of Sale procurement; Golf Now and Fore Up to be vetted
• Set next CCMC meeting for January 12, 2022 at 4:30 PM (unanimous)

Select Board

The board will consider filling a vacancy on the Board of Assessors and reviewing FY23 budget requests. They also face potential votes regarding national opioid litigation settlements and a memorandum of agreement with the Hingham Police Patrolman’s Association.

• Potential vote on Settlement Participation Forms for national opioid litigation
• Potential vote to sign Memorandum of Agreement with Hingham Police Patrolman’s Association
• FY23 Department Budget Requests for Bare Cove Park and Public Works
• Discussion regarding a special act for a Linden Ponds voting precinct
• Approval of 2022 Retail, Entertainment, and Auto Dealer license renewals

The Select Board approved a three-year Memorandum of Agreement with the Hingham Police Patrolman's Association, including a 3% annual wage increase, a $1.28 equity adjustment, and implementation of body cameras with a 1% wage increase. The Board also appointed Al Chambers to the Board of Assessors, authorized participation in national opioid settlements, and approved numerous license renewals for 2022.

• Approved police patrolman's union contract (2-0-1 abstention)
• Appointed Al Chambers to Board of Assessors (4-1)
• Authorized signing opioid settlement participation forms (3-0)
• Approved FY21 financial statements and management letter (2-0-1 abstention)
• Approved 2022 liquor, entertainment, and auto dealer license renewals (3-0)
• Approved change of ownership at Alma Nove (2-0-1 abstention)
• Approved petitions for special acts on voting precinct and election postponement (3-0)
• Appointed David Gossage to Community Preservation Committee (3-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Hingham Zoning Board of Appeals will hold hearings on several property applications. These include a proposal to redevelop 193 Whiting Street for retail use and a project change request for South Shore Habitat for Humanity. The board will also discuss zoning articles regarding accessory residential uses.

• Retail redevelopment of 193 Whiting Street including a drive-up ATM
• Project change request for South Shore Habitat for Humanity at 302-304 Whiting Street
• Variance for yard setbacks at 135-137 South Street
• Discussion of zoning articles regarding accessory residential uses

The Hingham Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously granted a special permit and variance to Hingham 193 Whiting, LLC to redevelop a former gas station at 193 Whiting Street into retail use with a drive-up ATM and ground sign. The board also unanimously approved an ANR plan for two building lots at 302-304 Whiting Street and granted a variance to relocate a two-family dwelling at 135-137 South Street. The applicant withdrew a request for an earth removal waiver at 302-304 Whiting Street without prejudice.

• Granted special permit A2 and variance for 193 Whiting St redevelopment (3-0)
• Approved ANR plan for two lots at 302-304 Whiting St (2-0)
• Withdrew earth removal waiver request at 302-304 Whiting St without prejudice (2-0)
• Granted variance for dwelling relocation at 135-137 South St (3-0)

Development and Industrial Commission

The Hingham Development & Industrial Commission will review updates regarding South Hingham development, including projects by Bristol Brothers and WS Development at Derby Street. The meeting also includes reports from the Climate Action Committee, Harbor, and Planning Board. No specific decisions or votes are listed on this agenda.

• South Hingham development update involving Bristol Brothers and WS Development
• Climate Action Committee update
• Short Term Rentals update
• ADU update
• Planning Board update

The Hingham Development and Industrial Commission discussed downtown business health, South Hingham updates, and town initiatives. They agreed to move forward with a formal proposal to tax short-term rentals at the maximum state-allowed rate, with a draft to be presented at the next meeting. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was primarily informational and planning-focused.

• Approved minutes from November meeting
• Agreed to draft formal proposal for max short-term rental tax
• Scheduled next meeting for January 11

Library Board of Trustees

The committee will discuss potential new policies for hosting non-library events and storing community files. The meeting also includes updates on current capital projects and the five-year capital outlay budget.

• Potential new policy on hosting non-library events
• Potential new policy on storage of community files
• Update on current capital projects and building improvements
• 5-Year Capital Outlay Budget
• Approval of minutes from October 20, 2021

Weir River Estuary Park Committee

The committee will review project updates in Cohasset, Hingham, Hull, and Plympton. Members will also discuss writing a unified Tri-Town Annual Report and planning for a Clean-Up Day on April 23, 2022.

• Project updates in Cohasset, Hingham, Hull, and Plympton
• Preparation of the Tri-Town Annual Report
• Planning for the April 23, 2022 Clean-Up Day
• Approval of October 26, 2021 meeting notes

The Weir River Estuary Park Committee met remotely on Dec. 14, 2021, with a quorum present. The committee approved the minutes from the Oct. 26 meeting and set the next meeting for Jan. 11, 2022. Members reported on various town updates, including potential development concerns, trail maintenance needs, and a proposed Hull project for Straits Pond access. No major policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on updates and planning.

• Approved minutes from Oct. 26, 2021 meeting for posting
• Approved next meeting date: Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2022 at 4:30 PM via Zoom

Advisory Committee

The committee will conduct budget hearings for several municipal departments and funds, including the DPW, Sewer, and Health Department. The meeting also includes liaison reports from the Sustainable Budget Task Force and ACES/Education.

• Budget hearings for various town departments and funds
• Liaison reports from Sustainable Budget Task Force and ACES/Education
• Review and approval of December 7, 2021, meeting minutes

The Hingham Advisory Committee held a budget hearing for FY23, reviewing requests from multiple departments including OPEB, Reserve Fund, Health, Elder Services, DPW, and others. No formal votes were taken on the budgets; the committee heard presentations and recommendations. The sewer budget and Select Board budget were deferred to future meetings, and the minutes from December 7 were also deferred.

• Deferred approval of December 7, 2021 minutes
• Deferred sewer budget presentation to future meeting
• Deferred Select Board budget presentation to future meeting
• Adjourned meeting by roll call vote 12-0

School Committees

The Hingham School Committee will accompany superintendent candidates Dr. Margaret Adams and Dr. Rea Schwamb on a tour of school properties and the Town of Hingham. The visit includes meetings with the leadership team, faculty, and staff.

• Tour of school properties and the Town of Hingham
• Visit to Hingham High School
• Meetings with leadership team, faculty, and staff

Historical Commission

The Hingham Historical Commission will discuss the Lincoln School Apartments Window Replacement Project and 180 Hersey Street. The meeting also includes updates on Tranquility Grove and the Virginia Tay Speaker Series.

• Lincoln School Apartments Window Replacement Project
• Tranquility Grove update
• Virginia Tay Speaker Series update
• Hingham Walking Trail
• 180 Hersey Street

School Councils

The School Council will review notes from the previous meeting and discuss the Student Risk Screening Scale. The agenda also includes updates on COVID-19 contact tracing procedures and current progress.

• Review of previous meeting notes
• Discussion of Student Risk Screening Scale
• Update on COVID-19 close contact determination
• Discussion regarding the Please & Thank You Tool

Capital Outlay Committee

The Capital Outlay Committee will review FY2023 capital budget department requests. These requests include Recreation, South Shore Country Club, and the Weir River Water System. The committee will also discuss Advisory Committee updates to the Town Financial Policy regarding capital.

• FY2023 Capital Budget Department Requests
• Recreation budget requests
• South Shore Country Club budget requests
• Weir River Water System budget requests
• Discussion of Advisory Committee updates to Town Financial Policy

Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers

The Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers will meet to review the November 15, 2021 meeting minutes and receive a property management report. The agenda also includes an update on a window project and discussion of the 2022 operating budget.

• Review and approve November 15, 2021, minutes
• Property Management Report
• Window project update
• 2022 Operating Budget

The board approved the November 15, 2021 minutes and discussed the operating report, noting a $8,000 income shortfall due to vacancies and a $521,951 cash flow rent payment to the Town. They reviewed the upcoming window replacement project, including payment procedures and a $1,000,000 Town loan repayment plan. No formal votes were taken on these items; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.

• Approved November 15, 2021 minutes (3-0)
• Discussed reclassifying cash flow rent in budget (no vote)
• Reviewed window project payment process (no vote)
• Discussed $1,000,000 Town loan repayment (no vote)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review several site plan waivers for renovations at Shipyard Drive. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the withdrawal of flood plain map references from the 2022 Town Meeting Warrant.

• Special Permit for eight single-family dwellings at 213 & 215 Cushing Street
• Site Plan Review Waiver for renovations at 5 Shipyard Drive
• Site Plan Review Waiver for renovations at 18 Shipyard Drive
• Site Plan Approval for a single-family home at 0 R Rockwood Road & 36 East Street
• Discussion on withdrawing Flood Plain Protection Overlay District Map References

The Hingham Planning Board granted site plan review waivers for interior renovations at 5 Shipyard Drive (Old Navy) and 18 Shipyard Drive (Premiere Martial Arts), both in the Industrial District. The board also modified a condition for the 4 Jordan Way site plan approval, continued several hearings, and withdrew a Floodplain Overlay District warrant article from the 2022 Town Meeting.

• Granted site plan review waiver for 5 Shipyard Drive (Old Navy) interior renovations (5-0)
• Granted site plan review waiver for 18 Shipyard Drive (Premiere Martial Arts) interior renovations (5-0)
• Modified Condition #3 for 4 Jordan Way site plan approval, changing boulder installation timing (5-0)
• Continued 213 & 215 Cushing Street hearings to January 3, 2022, extending decision deadline to February 3, 2022 (5-0)
• Continued 0 R Rockwood Road & 36 East Street hearing to January 24, 2022, extending decision deadline to February 24, 2022 (5-0)
• Continued 53 Kimball Beach Road hearing to January 3, 2022, leaving decision deadline as January 7, 2022 (5-0)
• Withdrew Warrant Article 1 (Floodplain Overlay District update) from 2022 Town Meeting Warrant (5-0)
• Approved minutes of October 25, November 1, November 17, and November 29, 2021 meetings

School Committees

The Policy Subcommittee will discuss interim COVID-19 health and safety policies regarding overnight field trips. The committee will also review HPS Handbooks and the fiscal management section of the MASC Policy Manual.

• Interim COVID-19 health and safety policies for overnight field trips
• Review of HPS Handbooks for alignment with new policies
• Review of MASC Policy Manual Section D (Fiscal Management)
• Approval of November 17 and December 1, 2021 meeting minutes

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will call the meeting to order and move directly to an executive session. This session is for discussing collective bargaining strategy with Teamsters, Local 25 Union.

• Executive session regarding collective bargaining strategy with Teamsters, Local 25 Union

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will review requests regarding the hiring of a Zoning Administrator and a salary increase for the Chief of Police. The board will also consider vacation time adjustments for several town employees. An executive session is scheduled to discuss collective bargaining strategy.

• Hiring the Zoning Administrator at Grade 10, Step 5
• Salary increase request from the Chief of Police
• Creation of a Community Crisis Response Clinician position at Grade 9
• Vacation time adjustments for Deputy Building Inspector and Water Superintendent
• Executive session regarding collective bargaining strategy

The Hingham Personnel Board approved a salary increase for Lieutenant John Marquardt, vacation carryover requests for six employees, the hire of Jennifer Oram as Zoning Administrator/Senior Planner, and additional vacation weeks for two officials. It also set the 2022 meeting schedule and entered executive session for collective bargaining strategy.

• Approved salary increase for Lt. John Marquardt to classification 5B effective March 25, 2021
• Approved vacation carryover for six employees (must use by June 30, 2022)
• Approved hire of Jennifer Oram as Zoning Administrator/Senior Planner at Grade 10, Step 5 with 3 weeks' vacation
• Approved extra week of vacation for Deputy Building Inspector and Water Superintendent effective Jan 1, 2022
• Approved 2022 meeting dates with 6:00 pm start time
• Voted to enter executive session for collective bargaining strategy (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board will review Title-5 room counts for 3 Blaisdell Road and septic construction permits for 0 & 3 Home Meadow. Discussion topics include the FY 23 Health Department budget and well regulations updates.

• Title-5 Room Count, 3 Blaisdell Road
• Septic Works Construction Permit, 0 & 3 Home Meadow
• FY 23 Health Dept. Budget discussion
• Well Regulations Update

The Board unanimously approved the FY-23 Health Department budget of $397,162, which includes an additional $9,300 for 200 more influenza vaccine doses. They also endorsed hiring Jill Sullivan as Town Social Worker, assigned 3 Blaisdell Road as a three-bedroom lot, and tabled the October 15 meeting minutes. No action was taken on the Home Meadows Lane septic proposal.

• Approved FY-23 Health Dept. budget of $397,162 (unanimous)
• Endorsed hiring Jill Sullivan, LSW as Town Social Worker (unanimous)
• Assigned 3 Blaisdell Road as a three-bedroom lot (unanimous)
• Tabled review of October 15, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Instructed to establish revolving fund for immunization clinics
• No action taken on 0 & 3 Home Meadows Lane septic proposal

Select Board

The agenda contains procedural items and an item regarding attendance at a Hingham Unity Council meeting. No other business or decisions are listed for this meeting.

• Attendance at the Hingham Unity Council meeting

The Select Board meeting on December 9, 2021, was largely procedural. The board attended a Hingham Unity Council meeting, with Chair Joseph Fisher noting it was a learning experience. No substantive decisions were made; the board voted to adjourn at 8:30 PM.

• Adjourned meeting (2-0)

School Committees

The School Committee will discuss the next steps in the search for a new Superintendent and take appropriate action. No other specific agenda items were listed for this meeting.

• Superintendent search next steps

Trustees of the Bathing Beach

The Trustees will discuss the new snack stand and community room building, including lessons from recent operations. The meeting includes updates on current and upcoming fiscal year budgets. Additionally, the board will review the status of a CPC-funded planning initiative with the Harbor Development Committee.

• Discussion of snack stand/community room building and operations
• Update on current fiscal year budget balance
• Update on upcoming fiscal year budget
• Status update on CPC-funded planning initiative and RFP
• Applications for use of facilities

School Councils

The East Elementary School Council will discuss the impact of COVID on student and staff educational needs. The council will also continue reviewing the goals of the East School Improvement Plan.

• Discussion of COVID-19 impacts on educational needs for students and staff
• Review of the East School Improvement Plan goals

School Councils

The South School Council will discuss the 2021-22 improvement plan and receive an update on the anti-bullying plan. The meeting also includes a review of recent school activities and COVID-19 testing statistics.

• Approval of November 3 meeting minutes
• Anti-Bullying Committee plan update
• Review of COVID-19 testing and case statistics
• Discussion of 20th Anniversary time capsule and quilt project

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors and Select Board will hold a joint session for a classification hearing presentation and discussion. The boards will also interview a candidate for an open seat on the Board of Assessors.

• Classification hearing presentation and discussion
• Interview for an open seat on the Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors met jointly with the Select Board for a presentation and discussion on the classification hearing. They also planned to interview a candidate for the open seat on the Board of Assessors. No formal decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Held joint session with Select Board for classification hearing discussion
• Scheduled interview for open Board of Assessors seat

Commission on Disabilities

The Commission will review November meeting notes and discuss updates to workflow documents. This includes status reports on communication with Hingham Public Schools regarding discrimination and meetings with the Assistant Town Administrator.

• Vote to approve Rules and Regs
• Vote on 2022 leadership board
• Update on communication with Hingham Public Schools regarding discrimination
• Update on meeting with Assistant Town Administrator Art Roberts
• Discussion of 911 database and ALEC Training

The Commission on Disabilities held its December 7, 2021 meeting remotely, approving prior meeting notes and tabling votes on its Rules and Regulations and the 2022 leadership board. Members discussed the school's response to a hate threat against a student of color, noting the lack of timely action and the need for clearer anti-bullying policies. The commission also received a $275 grant from Second Parish for a transfer wheelchair for the Senior Center.

• Approved meeting notes of November 14, 2021 (5-0-1)
• Tabled vote on Rules and Regulations until next month (6-0-0)
• Tabled vote on 2022 leadership board until January (5-0-1)
• Awarded $275 grant from Second Parish for transfer wheelchair

Select Board

The Select Board will review FY23 department budget requests for services including Health and Conservation. The meeting includes potential police appointments and a joint session with the Board of Assessors to interview and vote on candidates. An FY22 Tax Classification Hearing is also scheduled.

• FY23 department budget requests
• Potential appointment of police candidates
• Board of Assessors candidate interviews and possible votes
• FY22 Tax Classification Hearing
• COVID-19 update and vaccine clinic discussion

The Select Board unanimously approved conditional offers of employment to five police officer candidates: Hugh Healy, Tim Moriarty, Brian Finney, Ashley Duff, and Ryan Achille. The board also adopted a single tax rate for FY22, keeping the residential factor at 1. Several FY23 budget requests were presented, including for the Town Accountant, Elder Services, Conservation, Town Meeting, and Health departments, but no final budget votes were taken.

• Approved conditional police officer offers to Healy, Moriarty, Finney, Duff, Achille (3-0)
• Adopted residential factor of 1, single tax rate for FY22 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from Nov 9 and Nov 30, 2021 meetings (3-0)
• Heard FY23 budget requests; no votes taken
• Entered executive session for collective bargaining strategy (3-0)

School Councils

The School Council will review the 2021-2023 School Improvement Plan for Foster. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding goals revision and determining next steps.

• Review of Foster's 2021-2023 School Improvement Plan
• Discussion regarding goals revision

Advisory Committee

The Advisory Committee will conduct budget hearings for several town departments, including Human Resources and the Treasurer/Collector. The committee is also scheduled to discuss and vote on a Financial Policy Update and review the preliminary FY23 financial forecast.

• Budget hearings for various town departments
• Vote on Financial Policy Update
• Review of preliminary FY23 financial forecast
• Liaison reports from several committees

The Advisory Committee approved the revised Financial Policy by a 14-0 roll call vote, incorporating broader climate language and changes to the Capital Outlay section. The committee also reviewed preliminary FY23 budget requests from multiple departments, including Human Resources, Treasurer/Collector, Assessors, and others, but took no formal votes on those requests. A preliminary FY23 forecast projected a budget shortfall of $7,272,874.

• Approved revised Financial Policy (14-0)
• Approved minutes from November 16, 2021 (10-0-3)
• Reviewed FY23 budget requests for HR, Treasurer, Assessors, Town Meeting, Legal, Accountant, Retirement, Insurance, Debt Service (no votes taken)
• Heard preliminary FY23 forecast with projected shortfall of $7,272,874

School Committees

The subcommittee will discuss updates regarding student social-emotional status and counseling services. Members will also review athletic equity issues, including participation data and coach evaluations. Additionally, the committee will receive an update on establishing a District Wellness Committee.

• Update on student social-emotional status feedback
• Discussion of athletic equity issues and self-study recommendations
• Review of athletic budget reporting and fee analysis for the Dance Team
• Update on establishment of District Wellness Committee
• Approval of November 9, 2021, meeting minutes

Cleaner Greener Hingham Committee

The Long Range Waste Disposal & Recycling Committee will meet to finalize and vote on the Sustainability Director Document. The meeting is being held remotely via Zoom.

• Vote on Sustainability Director Document

The Cleaner Greener Hingham Committee unanimously voted to send the final draft of the 'Sustainability Director Argument' document to the Select Board, Advisory Committee, Town Administration, School Committee, Planning Board, and Climate Action Planning Committee. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Unanimously voted to send Sustainability Director Argument to town boards and committees

Weir River Water System Citizens Advisory Board

The board will receive reports from the Water Superintendent and Commissioner regarding water rates, a Master Plan, and a Rate Study. The agenda also includes an engineering update for the Cohasset water system and its interconnection contract expiration in 2023.

• Water rate setting process and timeline
• Update on Water Master Plan and Rate Study
• Summary of SUEZ complaints and unaccounted for water
• Engineering update regarding Cohasset water system marking
• Expiration of the Cohasset and Hingham interconnection contract in 2023

The Citizens Advisory Board accepted the September 20, 2021 meeting minutes, with one member abstaining. The board received an operations update from Water Superintendent Russ Tierney, covering capital improvements, treatment plant maintenance, and a reduction in customer service calls. The Cost of Service Study is expected to be posted by end of January, and the Master Plan by end of January/early February. The next meeting was set for February 7, 2022.

• Approved the September 20, 2021 meeting minutes (4 yes, 1 abstention).
• Set the next meeting for February 7, 2022 at 4:00pm.
• Adjourned the meeting at 5:00pm.

Conservation Commission

The Hingham Conservation Commission is reviewing several notices of intent regarding construction and land use. Proposals include seawall reconstruction at the Town Pier and new residential developments on East Street and Jarvis Avenue.

• Notice of Intent: Seawall reconstruction and expansion at 0 Otis Street/Town Pier
• Notice of Intent: Driveway and septic system construction at 36 East Street & 0 Rockwood Road
• Notice of Intent: Addition, driveway, and pool installation at 41 Jarvis Avenue
• Request for Determination of Applicability: Barn demolition and construction at 208 Downer Avenue
• Request for Amended Order of Conditions: Wetland impact clarification at Martins Lane

The Commission approved an Order of Conditions for the Town Pier seawall reconstruction and revetment project (DEP 034-1427), including 27 special conditions. It also issued an Amended Order of Conditions for Martins Lane (DEP 034-1321) and waived the fee. The hearing for 208 Downer Avenue was continued to December 20, 2021, as was the hearing for 36 East Street and 41 Jarvis Avenue.

• Approved Order of Conditions for 0 Otis Street/Town Pier seawall project (DEP 034-1427) with special conditions 21-47.
• Approved Amended Order of Conditions for Martins Lane (DEP 034-1321) and waived the Town By-Law fee.
• Continued hearing for 208 Downer Avenue to December 20, 2021.
• Continued hearing for 36 East Street & 0 R Rockwood Road to December 20, 2021.
• Continued hearing for 41 Jarvis Avenue to December 20, 2021.
• Approved minutes from November 15, 2021 meeting.

Energy Action Committee

The Energy Action Committee will review previous minutes and vote on recording meetings via Zoom. The meeting includes updates on landfill solar installations, electric school buses, and distributed generation for municipal buildings. The committee will also discuss support for a Sustainability Director position in the FY2023 budget.

• Vote on recording EAC meetings via Zoom
• Update on landfill solar installation
• Discussion of electric school buses
• Support for a Sustainability Director position in the FY2023 budget
• Review of 2021 Green Communities grants

The Energy Action Committee voted unanimously to record its meetings via Zoom, both for the current meeting and moving forward. The committee also voted unanimously to adopt and support the Climate Action Planning Committee's resolution endorsing a Sustainability Director position in the FY2023 budget. Minutes from previous meetings were approved unanimously. No other formal decisions were made; remaining agenda items were updates or discussions.

• Voted unanimously to record EAC meetings via Zoom, effective immediately and moving forward
• Voted unanimously to approve the minutes from previous meetings
• Voted unanimously to adopt and support the CAPC resolution endorsing a Sustainability Director position in the FY2023 budget

School Committees

The committee will consider a Memorandum of Agreement with the Hingham Education Association Unit A regarding school reopening. Members will also receive updates on the Superintendent search and the Sustainable Budget Task Force. Additionally, the committee will discuss interim COVID-19 health and safety policies for overnight field trips.

• Memorandum of Agreement with Hingham Education Association Unit A regarding school reopening
• Update on the Superintendent search candidate screening
• Resolution in support of a Town-wide Sustainability Director
• Interim COVID-19 policies for overnight field trips
• Notification of John Ferris's intent to retire at the end of the 2021-2022 school year

School Committees

The Hingham SEPAC is considering a motion to update Article VIII of its bylaws to align with the Attorney General's determination on the Open Meeting Law. The meeting also includes a presentation on rights and responsibilities.

• Proposed amendment to Article VIII of the bylaws regarding meeting access
• Presentation on Rights & Responsibilities

School Councils

The South Shore Educational Collaborative Board will meet to approve the FY 21 audit report and annual report. The meeting includes a discussion on borrowing funds to replace the van fleet and update video surveillance cameras. An executive session regarding negotiations and personnel is also scheduled.

• Approval of October 1, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approval of FY 21 independent audit report
• FY 22 financial update and budget summary
• Proposed borrowing of up to $400,000 for van fleet replacement and camera updates
• Approval of the FY 21 annual report

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review property values and discuss tax classification if approved by the DOR. The meeting also includes approving minutes from the previous meeting and signing warrants, exemptions, and invoices.

• Review of property values
• Discussion of tax classification
• Approval of minutes from last meeting
• Signing of warrants, exemptions, and invoices

The Board of Assessors approved the minutes from November 4, 2021. They discussed the upcoming tax classification hearing on December 7, including the pros and cons of a split tax rate and questions about property valuations. The Board voted to recommend a single tax rate. They also set the next meeting for December 16 at 10 AM.

• Approved minutes from November 4, 2021
• Recommended a single tax rate for the town
• Set next meeting for December 16 at 10 AM
• Adjourned the meeting at 11:12 AM

Public Safety Facility Building Committee

The Public Safety Facility Building Committee will review a design update and a budget report. The committee will also approve previous meeting minutes.

• Design Update
• Budget Report

Library Board of Trustees

The Governance Committee will hold a preliminary discussion regarding potential revisions to the HPL Trustees by-laws. The meeting is scheduled to be held remotely via Zoom.

• Preliminary discussion of potential revisions to HPL Trustees by-laws

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will meet remotely via Zoom. The board intends to move into an executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy with the New England Police Benevolent Association, Inc.

• Motion to adjourn to executive session for collective bargaining strategy with the New England Police Benevolent Association, Inc.

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to discuss collective bargaining strategy and potentially vote on a Memorandum of Agreement with the Library Staff Association, SEIU Local 888. The board will also review FY23 budget requests for several town departments.

• Potential vote to sign Memorandum of Agreement with Library Staff Association, SEIU Local 888
• Review of FY23 budget requests for Assessors, Treasurer/Collector, Human Resources, and Legal
• Review of FY23 budget requests for Health Imperatives and South Shore Women’s Center
• Approval of November 9 and November 16, 2021 meeting minutes

The Select Board voted unanimously to sign a Memorandum of Agreement with the Library Staff Association, SEIU Local 888, effective July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2024, with an amendment to the longevity pay provision. The agreement includes a 3% general wage increase, an $89,000 equity adjustment for 30 employees, Juneteenth as a paid holiday, and other changes. The Board also approved the minutes from November 16, 2021, and heard budget requests from several departments, but took no action on them.

• Approved the Memorandum of Agreement with the Library Staff Association, SEIU Local 888, effective July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2024, with an amendment to Section 7 regarding prorated longevity pay for part-time employees.
• Approved the minutes from the November 16, 2021 meeting.
• Entered Executive Session to discuss collective bargaining strategy with the Library Staff Association.
• Heard FY23 budget requests from the Assessor, Treasurer/Collector, Human Resources, Legal, Health Imperatives, and South Shore Women's Center, but took no action.
• No appointments were extended from the Talent Bank list.
• Adjourned the meeting at 9:07 PM.

Climate Action Planning Committee

The committee will review previous meeting minutes and receive an update on the submission of a request for proposals for a climate planning consultant. Members will also discuss support for a Hingham Sustainability Director and hear updates from working groups.

• Update on submission of a request for proposal for a climate planning consultant
• Discussion of committee support for a Hingham Sustainability Director
• Working Group updates

The Climate Action Planning Committee voted to approve a resolution calling on the Hingham Select Board and Advisory Committee to include a Sustainability Director position in the FY2023 budget. The committee also approved minutes from its November 3 and November 18 meetings, and discussed the ongoing RFP process for a climate planning consultant, with responses due December 21, 2021.

• Approved minutes of the November 3, 2021 meeting (unanimous).
• Approved minutes of the November 18, 2021 meeting (6 ayes, 3 abstentions).
• Approved a resolution calling on the Select Board and Advisory Committee to include a Sustainability Director position in the FY2023 budget (8 ayes, 1 abstention).
• Approved a resolution authorizing CAPC members to speak to community groups to organize support for the Sustainability Director position (8 ayes, 1 abstention).
• Discussed the RFP for a climate planning consultant; responses due December 21, 2021, with possible timeline extension.
• Agreed that the Chair will do preliminary vetting of RFP responses.
• Agreed that Beth will draft a timeline and rubric for evaluating RFP responses.
• Agreed to send both resolutions to the Select Board, Town Administrator, and other town bodies.

School Committees

The Hingham School Committee Policy Subcommittee is meeting to discuss several draft policies. These discussions include rules for overnight field trip travel and COVID-related issues. The committee will also discuss the use of a live-streaming robot and a therapy dog policy.

• Policy for the use of a live-streaming robot
• Proposed policy for overnight field trip travel
• Draft policies on COVID-related issues
• Draft therapy dog policy

School Committees

The Superintendent Search Screening Committee is meeting to discuss search planning and organization. The committee will also review minutes from meetings held on November 30, 2021.

• Discussion of superintendent search planning and organization
• Approval of minutes from the November 30, 2021, sessions
• Preliminary screening of qualified candidates

Cleaner Greener Hingham Committee

The Cleaner Greener Hingham Committee will meet to discuss the Sustainability Director position. The meeting is scheduled to adjourn at or before 8:30 pm.

• Discussion regarding the Sustainability Director position

The Cleaner Greener Hingham committee voted to send a shortened proposal to the Select Board and Town Administrator supporting the creation of a Sustainability Director position. The committee also approved a draft document (Appendix A) backing the position, except for section 1, which needs more data before final approval. The committee noted that Senator Patrick O'Connor's office has verbally agreed to fund $35,000-40,000 of the first year's salary.

• Approved sending the shortened proposal to the Select Board and Town Administrator
• Voted to approve the drafted document (Appendix A) except for item 1, pending further data
• Assigned Janice to draft section 1 and email it to the committee for review before the next meeting

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct interviews for police officer candidates and review Talent Bank appointments. The meeting also includes a COVID-19 update and reports from the Town Administrator.

• Interviews for police officer candidates Ryan Achille, Ashley Duff, Ryan Finney, Hugh Healey, and Tim Moriarty
• Review of Talent Bank applicant appointments
• COVID-19 update
• Approval of minutes from November 2, 4, and 16, 2021

The Select Board interviewed five police officer candidates (Ryan Achille, Ashley Duff, Ryan Finney, Hugh Healey, and Tim Moriarty) for the Hingham Police Department. The Board did not vote on hiring any candidate at this meeting, stating they would consider the candidates and vote at a future meeting. The Board also approved the minutes from November 2 and November 4, 2021, and adjourned.

• Approved minutes dated November 2, 2021 (unanimous roll call vote)
• Approved minutes dated November 4, 2021 (unanimous roll call vote)
• Interviewed five police officer candidates; no hiring vote taken, deferred to future meeting
• Adjourned meeting at 5:51 PM (unanimous roll call vote)

Municipal Light Board

The board will discuss plans for reaching Net Zero and the benefits of the ENE EV program. A vote is scheduled regarding funding a consultant to study solar options for municipal buildings. The meeting also includes updates on battery storage, transmission lines, and financial reports.

• Vote to approve funding of a consultant to look at solar on municipal buildings
• Discussion of Net Zero plan development
• Review of ENE EV program benefits
• Updates on battery storage, transmission lines, and new substations
• Financial updates including the 2021 budget update

School Committees

The Superintendent Search Screening Committee will discuss search planning and organization. The committee also plans to approve minutes from the November 23, 2021, sessions.

• Discussion of search planning and organization
• Approval of Executive Session minutes from November 23, 2021
• Approval of Open Session minutes from November 23, 2021

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board met on November 29, 2021, to discuss collective bargaining strategy with Teamsters Local 25 Union. The board moved from open session into an executive session for this purpose.

• Executive session regarding collective bargaining strategy with Teamsters, Local 25 Union

Personnel Board

The meeting consists of procedural items and an adjournment to executive session. The board will adjourn to an executive session to conduct negotiations with the Teamsters, Local 25 Union.

• Collective bargaining negotiations with Teamsters, Local 25 Union

Planning Board

The Hingham Planning Board will review several site plan applications, including renovations at 5 Shipyard Drive and new residential construction on Home Meadows Lane. The board will also consider a retail store and drive-up ATM for 193 Whiting Street. Additionally, the meeting includes discussion on potential revisions to the town's Zoning By-Law.

• Site plan review for interior renovations at 5 Shipyard Drive
• Subdivision plan endorsement for 101 Gardner Street
• Residential development reviews for 0 and 3 Home Meadows Lane
• Retail store and drive-up ATM permit for 193 Whiting Street
• Discussion on potential zoning by-law revisions

The Planning Board approved site plan reviews for 0 and 3 Home Meadows Lane, 193 Whiting Street, and 392 Main Street, each with conditions. It also approved a performance guarantee and plan endorsement for 101 Gardner Street. The board voted to submit three zoning articles to the Select Board for the 2022 Annual Town Meeting and continued the 5 Shipyard Drive hearing to December 13, 2021.

• Approved site plan review for 0 Home Meadows Lane (Kevin and Kathryn Caulfield) with conditions including a pre-construction meeting, inspections, and an as-built plan.
• Approved site plan review for 3 Home Meadows Lane (Kevin and Kathryn Caulfield) with the same conditions as 0 Home Meadows Lane.
• Approved site plan review and Special Permit A3 for 193 Whiting Street (Hingham 193 Whiting Street, LLC) for a retail store and drive-up ATM, allowing 13 parking spaces where 9 are required.
• Approved site plan review for 392 Main Street (Spiros Giannaros) to raze and reconstruct a single-family dwelling, with conditions including inspections and an as-built plan.
• Approved the Form E: Statutory Covenant and endorsed the definitive subdivision plan for 101 Gardner Street (New Boston Golf Club, Inc.).
• Voted to submit Zoning Article 1 (Floodplain Protection Overlay District Update) to the Select Board for the 2022 Annual Town Meeting warrant.
• Voted to submit Zoning Article 2 (Gender Neutral and Other Term Revisions) to the Select Board for the 2022 Annual Town Meeting warrant.
• Voted to submit Zoning Article 3 (Special Permits and Site Plan Review) to the Select Board for the 2022 Annual Town Meeting warrant.

Cleaner Greener Hingham Committee

The committee will hold elections for Chair, Secretary, and other positions. Members will also review the draft CGH Charter and discuss the 'Pay As You Throw' program and the BBBS Textile Diversion Program.

• Election of Chair, Secretary, and other committee positions
• Review of Draft CGH Charter and handbook plans
• Discussion regarding 'Pay As You Throw'
• Discussion regarding BBBS Textile Diversion Program
• Approval of October 2021 meeting minutes

The Cleaner Greener Hingham Committee elected Maria as Chair and Katie as Secretary, both unanimously. The committee unanimously approved a draft charter that proposes renaming the group, reducing membership from 9 to 7, and extending terms from 2 to 3 years, pending Town Meeting approval. No other formal decisions were made; remaining items were discussions and action assignments.

• Elected Maria as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Katie as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved draft charter (unanimous)

Retirement Board

The Hingham Retirement Board will hold a public hearing regarding increasing the COLA base for fiscal year 2023. The board will also review membership applications, superannuation applications, and the PRIT Fund Report.

• Public hearing on FY2023 COLA base increase
• Approval of October 26, 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of November 2021 allowances and expenses
• Review of membership applications
• Review of superannuation and buyback applications

The Hingham Contributory Retirement Board voted 4-0 to maintain the COLA base at $14,000 for FY2023, declining to increase it to $15,000 after a public hearing. The board also approved November 2021 retirement allowances and expenses totaling $915,739.63 and $46,137.98 respectively, plus 24 new membership applications, one voluntary superannuation retirement, one buyback, and four withdrawal/transfer applications. Staff salaries for November were missed and will be added to December's expenses. The board reviewed the Q3 2021 fund performance, with the system valued at $166.8 million as of September 30, 2021.

• Maintained COLA base at $14,000 for FY2023 (4-0 vote)
• Approved October 26, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved November 2021 retirement allowances totaling $915,739.63 (4-0)
• Approved November 2021 expenses totaling $46,137.98 (4-0)
• Approved 24 applications for membership in the Retirement System (4-0)
• Approved voluntary superannuation retirement for Kathleen McDonald-Costa (4-0)
• Approved make-up/buyback application for Timothy R. Jennings (4-0)
• Approved four withdrawal/transfer applications (4-0)

School Committees

The Superintendent Search Screening Committee will discuss search planning and organization. The committee also plans to enter executive session to discuss interviewing applicants for employment.

• Approval of minutes from November 10 and November 16, 2021
• Discussion of search planning and organization
• Executive session regarding the interview process for applicants

Country Club Management Committee

The committee will review the FY2023 budget, capital requests, and progress on the maintenance building and pool design. The Executive Director will also report on October results, FY21 expenditures, and 2022 permit fees.

• Review of FY2023 budget and capital requests
• Maintenance building construction and budget updates
• Pool design changes and pool budget
• Review of 2022 permit fees and wait list
• Roofing project update

The Country Club Management Committee approved the October 19 meeting minutes and authorized the Executive Director to make incidental corrections. The board voted unanimously to approve donations to the Friends of South Shore Country Club (an Unlimited Golf Permit, Golf Cart, or $100 gift card) and to the Festival of Trees. The 2022 season rates approved last year will remain in place. The committee reviewed the FY 2023 budget request projecting $2,218,000 revenue and $1,947,015 expenses, and discussed the Maintenance Building project needing additional funding via a 2022 annual town meeting article.

• Approved the minutes of the October 19, 2021 meeting
• Authorized Kevin Whalen to make incidental corrections to the approved minutes
• Approved a donation to the Friends of SSCC (Unlimited Golf Permit, Golf Cart, or $100 gift card)
• Approved a donation to the Festival of Trees
• Kept 2022 season rates the same as those approved last year
• Set the next CCMC meeting for November 22, 2021 at 4:00 PM

School Councils

The council will receive updates on social/emotional screening tools and testing procedures. Members will also review four School Improvement Plan (SIP) goals for the year.

• Social/Emotional Universal Screening Tool (SDQ) update
• Pool Testing and Test and Stay Procedures
• Review of SIP Goal 1: Restorative Justice practices
• Review of SIP Goal 2: Tier two math and literacy support programs
• Review of SIP Goals for social emotional development

School Committees

The Finance/Capital & Facilities Subcommittee will discuss budget planning for Fiscal Year 2023. No other specific agenda items are listed for this meeting.

• Budget planning discussion for Fiscal Year 2023

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will call the meeting to order and then adjourn to an executive session. This session is for discussing collective bargaining strategy with Teamsters, Local 25 Union.

• Executive session regarding collective bargaining strategy with Teamsters, Local 25 Union

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will call the meeting to order and then adjourn to an executive session. This session is intended for collective bargaining negotiations with Teamsters, Local 25 Union.

• Collective bargaining negotiations with Teamsters, Local 25 Union

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss the FY 23 Health Department budget and updates to well regulations. Action items include a Title-5 room count for 3 Blaisdell Road and a construction permit for 0 & 3 Home Meadow.

• Title-5 Room Count at 3 Blaisdell Road
• Disposal Works Construction Permit for 0 & 3 Home Meadow
• FY 23 Health Department Budget discussion
• Well Regulations Update discussion
• Town Social Worker position discussion

Public Safety Facility Building Committee

The committee will review a design development report and a budget report. Members are also scheduled to review and approve invoices.

• Design Development Report
• Budget Report
• Review and Approval of Invoices

The committee unanimously approved two invoices: $11,730 to Hill International and $37,700 to Kaestle Boos Associates (KBA) for Schematic Design work. Design is advancing in the Design Development phase, with geotechnical investigations scheduled for early December and a target to complete design documents by late January 2022. The committee also approved minutes from October 21 and October 28, 2021 meetings.

• Approved October 21, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously
• Approved October 28, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously
• Approved Hill International invoice for $11,730 unanimously
• Approved Kaestle Boos Associates invoice for $37,700 unanimously
• Adjourned meeting at 8:20 pm

Audit Committee

The committee will discuss the current status of audits and address outstanding or pending items. The agenda also includes approving minutes from the previous meeting.

• Review and approval of previous meeting minutes
• Discussion of current audit status
• Review of outstanding and pending items
• Development of a forward plan for audits

Municipal Light Board

This community meeting introduces the Hingham Electrical Infrastructure Reliability Project to residents and businesses. The board will explain the necessity of a 115 kV transmission line project and discuss how the Hingham transfer station site was selected for a new substation. The session also aims to discuss next steps and gather community feedback.

• Introduction of the Hingham Electrical Infrastructure Reliability Project
• Discussion regarding the necessity of a 115 kV transmission line project
• Discussion of the Hingham transfer station site selection for a new substation

Climate Action Planning Committee

The committee is reviewing and approving a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a consultant. This consultant will assist with the development of Hingham's climate action plan.

• Review and approval of RFP for a consultant to assist with the climate action plan

The Climate Action Planning Committee unanimously approved the draft Request for Proposal (RFP) for consulting services to develop the town's climate action plan, with amendments discussed during the meeting. The Chair was authorized to make final changes, including seeking advice on whether to state the $80,000 maximum budget. The committee also agreed to use consistent terminology focusing on greenhouse gas emissions and to exercise oversight of the consultant's work.

• Approved the RFP for Climate Action Plan Consulting Services as amended, with the Chair authorized to make final changes.
• Agreed to seek advice from the Procurement Officer on whether to include the $80,000 maximum budget in the RFP.
• Agreed to use consistent terminology focusing on greenhouse gas emissions throughout the RFP.
• Agreed to keep language consistent with the warrant article regarding the 2040 goal.
• Agreed to retain the phrase 'climate vulnerable populations' but noted it applies to adaptation, not greenhouse gas reductions.
• Agreed the Committee should exercise oversight of the consultant's work as delegated by Town Administration.
• Scheduled the next meeting for December 1st at 7pm.

School Committees

The subcommittee will discuss communications and next steps regarding the Superintendent search. The meeting also includes an executive session to conduct contract negotiations with HEA Unit A concerning working conditions for the 2021-2022 school year reopening.

• Superintendent search communications and next steps
• Contract negotiations with HEA Unit A regarding 2021-2022 school reopening working conditions
• Approval of November 10, 2021 meeting minutes

Bare Cove Park Committee

The committee will discuss upcoming park projects and goals for 2021. The agenda also includes a review of memorial bench guidelines and reports from the Ranger and Treasurer.

• Memorial bench guidelines
• Discussion of 2021 park projects and goals
• South School Fun Run
• Review of meeting minutes
• Ranger's and Treasurer's reports

The committee approved the South School Fun Run to be held at Bare Cove Park, with EMT and police detail present. They also accepted the October meeting minutes, approved the Ranger's and Treasurer's reports, and discussed memorial bench guidelines and future park projects.

• Approved South School Fun Run at Bare Cove Park
• Accepted October meeting minutes
• Approved Ranger's Report
• Approved Treasurer's Report

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will meet to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining with the New England Police Benevolent Association, Inc. The board also plans to enter executive session to conduct negotiations with the union.

• Collective bargaining strategy discussion with New England Police Benevolent Association, Inc.
• Negotiations with New England Police Benevolent Association, Inc.

Cultural Council

The council will welcome new member Mary Bell and review the voting process for Fiscal Year 2022 grants. Members are scheduled to vote on specific grant applications for the 2022 fiscal year.

• Welcome new appointed member Mary Bell
• Review Fiscal Year 2022 Grant Allocation & Voting Process
• Vote on Fiscal Year 2022 Grant Applications

The Hingham Cultural Council voted on Fiscal Year 2022 grant applications at its November 17, 2021 meeting. It approved 12 grants totaling $8,300, with amounts ranging from $200 to $1,545, and denied 15 applications. The council also unanimously approved the minutes of its September 20, 2021 meeting and welcomed new member Mary Bell.

• Approved $1,545.00 to Hingham Cemetery Corporation for Dead of Winter Cultural Arts Series
• Approved $1,500.00 to Motoko Dworkin for Fun Folktales from Japan
• Approved $1,010.00 to Friends of Holly Hill Farm, Inc. for STEM Education Tastes Delicious!
• Approved $1,000.00 to Hingham Downtown Association for Hingham Arts Walk
• Approved $845.00 to William L. Foster Elementary School for Discovery Museum In-School Workshops
• Approved $500.00 to Satuit Concert Band for Abbey Concert & July 4th Parade
• Approved $500.00 to Talking Information Center, Inc. for TIC Live Radio Theater
• Approved $500.00 to South Shore Art Center, Inc. for The Inspired I

Cable TV Advisory Committee

The Cable Advisory Committee will hear individual testimony regarding the Verizon New England Inc. license renewal. The committee aims to identify future community needs and review the operator's performance since April 22, 2018.

• Testimony regarding Verizon license renewal ascertainment
• Review of Verizon New England Inc. performance since April 22, 2018
• Identification of future cable-related community needs and interests

The Hingham Cable TV Advisory Committee met on November 17, 2021, for an ascertainment proceeding on the renewal of Verizon's cable license, which expires April 21, 2023. Due to a lack of quorum, the meeting was held as a proceeding, not a formal committee meeting, and no votes were taken. The committee heard testimony from community groups and residents in support of Harbor Media's PEG access services, and written statements were submitted for the record.

School Councils

The HHS School Council is meeting to introduce members and discuss their roles for the 2021-2022 school year. The agenda includes reviewing the School Improvement Plan, which focuses on safety, technology use, and environmental stewardship.

• Review of School Improvement Plan
• Election of Secretary and Co-Chair

Library Board of Trustees

The Hingham Public Library Board of Trustees will discuss the FY 2023 Town Budget and updates on union negotiations. The agenda also includes reports on a lobby floor tile replacement project and a parking lot feasibility study.

• Update on Union Negotiations
• FY 2023 Town Budget
• Lobby Floor Tile Replacement Project
• Parking Lot Feasibility Study
• Funding for Beyond the Books

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss several potential amendments to the town's zoning by-laws. The agenda includes reviews of floodplain protection maps and site plan review procedures.

• Floodplain Protection Overlay District Maps discussion
• Gender Neutral and Other Term Revisions
• Site Plan Review and Special Permit Procedures
• Accessory Uses

The Hingham Planning Board met remotely to discuss potential zoning articles for the 2022 Town Meeting Warrant, including updates to the Floodplain Protection Overlay District Maps, gender-neutral term revisions, and site plan review procedures. No formal votes were taken on these items; the board only discussed them and adjourned.

• Discussed Floodplain Protection Overlay District Maps article for 2022 Town Meeting
• Discussed Gender Neutral and Other Term revisions article
• Discussed Site Plan Review and Special Permit Procedures article
• Adjourned meeting at 8:48 p.m. (5-0)

School Committees

The Policy Subcommittee is meeting with high school leadership and the counseling team. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss a draft therapy animal policy.

• discussion of draft therapy animal policy

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will meet via Zoom to conduct collective bargaining negotiations with the Hingham Library Staff Association Local 888, S.E.I.U., AFL-CIO Union. The agenda includes a motion to adjourn directly to executive session for these negotiations.

• Collective bargaining negotiations with Hingham Library Staff Association Local 888, S.E.I.U., AFL-CIO Union

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors and Select Board will hold a joint session to discuss talent bank applicants. The discussion aims to fill a vacancy on the Board of Assessors.

• Discussion of talent bank applicants to fill a vacancy on the Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors held a routine meeting with no public comment. They approved the October 14, 2021 minutes, reviewed and signed invoices and warrants, and scheduled the next meeting for December 2 at 10 AM. No substantive decisions were made; the tax classification hearing remains pending DOR approval of property values.

• Approved October 14, 2021 meeting minutes
• Reviewed and signed invoices and warrants
• Set next meeting for December 2 at 10 AM
• Adjourned meeting at 10:31 AM

Harbor Development Committee

The committee will review the October 19, 2021 meeting minutes and discuss recurring open issues. Discussion topics include the Town Wharf Project permit status and the proposal status for the CPC Master Plan for Hingham Harbor. The agenda also includes updates on Bathing Beach Trustees and Harbormaster matters.

• Town Wharf Project Notice of Intent filing and permit status
• Bathing Beach Trustees update regarding Bath House flood
• Harbormaster matters regarding a ramp
• CPC Master Plan for Hingham Harbor proposal status

The Harbor Development Committee discussed the Town Wharf Project, deciding to file the rebuild as a single project with MEPA in early December, despite the project not being classified as resiliency but as repair and rebuilding. The committee also noted delays in bid documents and potential impacts on the boating season, recommending a temporary pump-out location in the RFP. Other actions included approving the October meeting minutes and setting the next meeting for December 14.

• Approved October 19, 2021 meeting minutes
• Decided to file Town Wharf rebuild as a single project with MEPA as soon as possible
• Noted project is for repairs and rebuilding, not resiliency
• Recommended Town Wharf RFP include a temporary pump-out location
• Set next meeting for December 14, 2021

Select Board

The Select Board will consider a memorandum of agreement with the Hingham Police Superiors Officers Union, MCOP, Local 405. The board will also review MassDOT's petition for MBTA bus infrastructure improvements on Central Street and at Otis Street. Additionally, the meeting includes updates to town financial policy and the Sustainable Budget Task Force.

• Potential vote to sign Memorandum of Agreement with Hingham Police Superiors Officers Union, MCOP, Local 405
• One-day wine and malt beverage license for Mahi Gold Outfitters at 51 South Street
• Corporate name change from CB Hingham, LLC to The Barrell, LLC
• MassDOT petition for MBTA bus infrastructure improvements on Central Street
• Review of proposed changes to Town Financial Policy

The Select Board approved a Memorandum of Agreement with the Hingham Police Superiors Officers Union, MCOP, Local 405, effective July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2024, with a 3% wage increase and a 4% equity adjustment for lieutenants and sergeants. The board also approved a one-day wine and malt beverage license for Mahi Gold, Inc. for the Christmas in the Square event, and approved MBTA bus stop accessibility improvements on Central Street. The Otis Street bus stop improvements were deferred for further review, and a change of corporate name for CB Hingham, LLC was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved MOA with Police Superiors Officers Union (2-0-1, Ramsey abstained)
• Approved one-day wine/malt license for Mahi Gold, Inc. (3-0)
• Approved MBTA bus stop improvements on Central Street (3-0)
• Deferred Otis Street bus stop improvements for further review
• Deferred name change for CB Hingham, LLC to next meeting
• Appointed Nina Villanova to Conservation Committee (3-0)
• Approved minutes of October 19, 2021 (3-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold hearings on several property modifications and redevelopments. Proposals include replacing a barn at the Hingham Yacht Club and converting a former gas station into retail space. The board will also discuss potential updates to zoning articles regarding site plan reviews and floodplain standards.

• Replace existing barn with new 36’ x 30’ boat storage at 208 Downer Avenue
• Construct 8’x7’ addition at 29 Pine Street
• Add 2-story addition to garage at 28 Fearing Road
• Redevelop former gas station for retail and ATM at 193 Whiting Street
• Discuss potential zoning article changes regarding site plans and floodplains

The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved three requests: a modification to the Hingham Yacht Club's 1986 special permit to replace a barn with a new 36'x30' boat storage barn at 208 Downer Avenue; a modification to a variance for an 8'x7' addition at 29 Pine Street; and a finding to allow a 2-story addition to a nonconforming garage at 28 Fearing Road. The board also continued the hearing for 193 Whiting Street to December 14, 2021, and discussed potential zoning by-law amendments.

• Approved Hingham Yacht Club barn modification at 208 Downer Avenue (3-0)
• Approved Sprague variance modification for 8'x7' addition at 29 Pine Street (3-0)
• Approved Hansen finding for garage addition at 28 Fearing Road (3-0)
• Continued 193 Whiting Street hearing to December 14, 2021 (3-0)
• Discussed potential zoning amendments for home occupations and Special Permit A2 process

Advisory Committee

The Hingham Advisory Committee will discuss updates to its handbook and financial policy. The meeting also includes a budget process overview and reports from various town liaisons.

• Review and approval of October 12, 2021 minutes
• Advisory Committee Handbook update discussion
• Financial Policy Update discussion
• Budget Process Overview
• Liaison reports from various town committees

The Advisory Committee approved the October 12, 2021 minutes with revisions by a 13-0-1 roll call vote. Members discussed updates to the Advisory Committee Handbook and Financial Policy, including the definition of a capital asset, unused levy capacity, and climate language. Liaison reports covered ongoing projects, including the Foster School Building Committee, Public Safety Facility, and South Shore Country Club. The meeting adjourned at 10:00 pm by an 11-0 roll call vote.

• Approved October 12, 2021 minutes with revisions (13-0-1)
• Discussed Handbook updates; changes to be made per discussion
• Discussed Financial Policy changes, including capital asset definition and climate language
• Adjourned meeting at 10:00 pm (11-0)

School Committees

The Superintendent Search Screening Committee will review the current search process. The committee also plans to enter executive session to consider employment applications and discuss search planning and organization.

• Review of search process
• Executive session to consider employment applications
• Discussion of search planning and organization

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will meet to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining with the Hingham Library Staff Association Local 888, S. E. I. U., AFL CIO Union. The meeting includes a motion to adjourn to executive session for this purpose.

• Collective bargaining strategy with Hingham Library Staff Association Local 888

Fourth of July Parade Committee

The committee will introduce members and discuss general responsibilities. The meeting includes a final review of the 2021 parade and an overview of planning, expenses, and fundraising for the 2022 parade.

• Final review of 2021 Parade
• 2022 Parade overview including planning, expenses, and fundraising
• Committee meeting schedule, goals, and tasks for 2022

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review several Notices of Intent regarding proposed land use changes. These include residential construction projects and a town-led seawall project. The meeting also includes reviewing the 2022 meeting schedule and agricultural licenses.

• Seawall reconstruction and expansion at Town Pier
• Sport court, shed, and hardscaping at 24 Maryknoll Drive
• Steps, burning pit, and pool fence at 26 Maryknoll Drive
• Driveway and septic system construction at 36 East Street & 0 R Rockwood Road
• Review of 2022 agricultural license agreements

The Hingham Conservation Commission approved Orders of Conditions for two Notices of Intent at 24 and 26 Maryknoll Drive, allowing installation of a sport court, shed, hardscaping, fence, and landscaping at 24 Maryknoll Drive, and steps, a burning pit, and pool fence at 26 Maryknoll Drive. Both approvals were unanimous (4-0) and included special conditions 21-50 from the staff report. The Commission also continued hearings for 36 East Street/0 R Rockwood Road and 0 Otis Street/Town Pier to December 6, 2021, adopted the 2022 meeting schedule, approved the 2022 agricultural license agreement with farmer John Hornstra, and discussed hunting-related issues but took no formal action on waivers.

• Approved Order of Conditions for 24 Maryknoll Drive (DEP 034-1429) for sport court, shed, hardscaping, fence, and landscaping (4-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 26 Maryknoll Drive (DEP 034-1428) for steps, burning pit, and pool fence (4-0)
• Continued hearing for 36 East Street & 0 R Rockwood Road (DEP 034-XXXX) to December 6, 2021 (5-0)
• Continued hearing for 0 Otis Street/Town Pier (DEP 034-1427) to December 6, 2021 (5-0)
• Adopted 2022 Commission meeting schedule (5-0)
• Approved 2022 agricultural license agreement with John Hornstra for Schultz Field and Cushing Field (5-0)

Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers

The Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers will meet to discuss a property management report and an update regarding window project funding. The agenda also includes a review of the ground lease.

• Window project funding update
• Ground lease review
• Approval of October 18, 2021 minutes
• Property management report

The Board of Managers approved the October 18, 2021 minutes. They discussed the window project, noting the contract is signed and the Selectmen approved a $1,000,000 withdrawal from a 2016 Town Meeting article, with loan repayment starting in 2028. The Board also discussed a $521,951 surplus cash flow payment due to the Town per the ground lease, and plans to revise and revote the draft budget. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved October 18, 2021 minutes (3-0)
• Discussed window project contract and $1,000,000 town loan
• Discussed $521,951 surplus cash flow payment to town
• Planned to revise and revote draft budget

School Committees

The subcommittee will review the fiscal year 2021 financial close, including adjustments and variances. The meeting also includes updates on fiscal year 2022 resource needs and planning for the fiscal year 2023 budget.

• FY 21 financial close update and variance review
• FY 22 resource needs and approval items
• FY 23 budget planning
• Recreation Department management of capital fields and court needs
• Master Plan update

School Committees

The committee will discuss negotiation strategies for HEA Unit A regarding 2021-2022 school reopening working conditions. The agenda also includes updates on the Superintendent search, the Foster School Building Committee, and proposed changes to the Town's financial policy.

• Negotiation strategy for HEA Unit A working conditions
• Update on proposed changes to the Town's financial policy
• Foster School Building Committee update
• Superintendent search process update
• Budget calendar update

School Committees

The Hingham School Committee Policy Subcommittee will discuss a proposed policy for overnight field trip travel. The committee will also discuss a proposed interim policy regarding COVID-related issues.

• Proposed policy for overnight field trip travel
• Proposed General (interim) Policy on COVID-Related issues

Shade Tree Committee

The committee will vote to approve September minutes and a revised mission statement. Members will also discuss storm damage, road salt impacts on trees, and review fall 2021 planting accomplishments.

• Approval of revised Shade Tree Committee Mission Statement
• Review of Fall 2021 Tree Planting Plan/Accomplishments
• Discussion regarding storm damage
• Discussion regarding road salt and trees

The Hingham Shade Tree Committee approved the September 9, 2021 minutes and amended its mission statement to include fostering activities that support Hingham's Tree City USA designation. The committee discussed the October 26-27 storm's loss of over 200 trees, with DPW conducting a detailed assessment, and reviewed the fall 2012 planting of 18 trees (reduced from 34 due to budget). It also discussed road salt use (about 300 tons per storm, no pre-treatment with brine) and provided DPW with a list of salt-tolerant trees. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved September 9, 2021 meeting minutes
• Amended mission statement to include Tree City USA support
• Reviewed fall 2012 planting of 18 trees (reduced from 34 due to budget)

Naming By-law Committee

The committee will discuss its charge and determine future steps. The meeting also includes a review of similar by-laws from other communities.

• Approval of May 19, 2021 minutes
• Discussion of the committee's charge and next steps
• Review of similar by-laws from other communities

The Naming By-law Committee met remotely and reviewed naming bylaws and policies from several communities. No substantive decisions were made; the committee discussed its charge from the select board and next steps for preparing a recommendation on potential changes to the town's naming by-law.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded

Trustees of the Bathing Beach

The Trustees of the Bathing Beach will vote on new officers and discuss budget balances for the current and upcoming fiscal years. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a new snack stand/community room building and an update on a CPC-funded planning initiative.

• Vote on officers for Bathing Beach Trustees
• Discussion of new snack stand and community room building
• Review of current and upcoming fiscal year budgets
• Update on CPC-funded planning initiative with Harbor Development Committee
• Wrap up discussion on the 2021 lifeguard program

School Committees

The subcommittee will discuss next steps regarding Superintendent Search communications. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and sessions to conduct negotiations with HEA Unit A concerning 2021-2022 school reopening working conditions.

• Approval of October 28 and November 2 meeting minutes
• Superintendent Search communications and next steps
• Negotiations with HEA Unit A regarding 2021-2022 school reopening working conditions
• Collective bargaining strategy for the Administrators Association

School Committees

The Superintendent Search Screening Committee is meeting to discuss the status and timeline of the superintendent search. The committee will review the roles of members and NESDEC Consultants, as well as establish guidelines for conducting preliminary screening interviews.

• Status and timeline of the superintendent search
• Roles of committee members, School Committee, and NESDEC Consultants
• Guidelines for managing applications and conducting preliminary interviews
• Adjournment to Executive Session to consider employment applications

Accessory Dwelling Unit Study Committee

The committee will review current ADU regulations and applications received to date. Members will also discuss recommendations from the 2021 Housing Plan and Master Plan in the context of Massachusetts Housing Choice Legislation.

• Review of Section V-K of the Zoning By-Law
• Review of ADU applications received to date
• Discussion of 2021 Housing Plan and Master Plan recommendations
• Review of Massachusetts Housing Choice Legislation context

Center for Active Living Building Committee

The committee will discuss design criteria for the Senior Center. Members will also receive an update on the Needs Assessment Project.

• Review of Senior Center Design Criteria
• Update on the Needs Assessment Project
• Approval of October 12 meeting minutes

The Hingham Senior Center Building Committee unanimously approved the minutes from October 12 and September 14, 2021. Members discussed design criteria for the new senior center, comparing it to similar projects in Marshfield and Pembroke, and reviewed CAD floor plans for the existing building. The needs assessment by UMass is scheduled to begin January 1, 2022, and will take about 10 months.

• Approved October 12, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September 14, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Housing Authority

The Hingham Housing Authority will meet to approve October meeting minutes and accounts payable. The board will also consider a change order for electrical work at Thaxter Park.

• Change Order No. 2 for M-V Electrical Contractors, Inc. ($1,329.42 increase)
• Approval of October 19, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approval of Accounts Payable as presented

The Hingham Housing Authority approved Change Order No. 2 with M-V Electrical Contractors, Inc. for the Energy Lighting Upgrades at Thaxter Park, increasing the contract by $1,329.42 with no change in contract time. The board also approved the accounts payable and the minutes from the October 19, 2021 meeting, with a spelling correction. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports on maintenance, finance, and the tenant association.

• Approved Change Order No. 2 for lighting upgrades at Thaxter Park, increasing contract by $1,329.42 (unanimous)
• Approved accounts payable as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from October 19, 2021 meeting with correction (unanimous)

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will review the October 12, 2021 meeting minutes and hear various committee reports. The agenda also includes discussions regarding registration fee reimbursement policies and emergency preparedness for special populations.

• Approval of October 12, 2021 meeting minutes
• Committee updates on marketing, volunteering, and the senior center building
• Discussion of UMB Needs Assessment
• Review of Registration Fee Reimbursement Policy
• Emergency management and preparedness for special populations

The Hingham Council on Aging approved a $250 expenditure from its discretionary fund for driver gift cards, and unanimously approved the October 12, 2021 meeting minutes. The board also discussed a signed contract with UMass for a needs assessment, noted storm damage to shuttle vans, and began exploring a uniform refund policy for classes.

• Approved $250 from discretionary fund for driver gift cards (unanimous)
• Approved October 12, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Noted UMB Needs Assessment contract finalized and signed
• Discussed exploring uniform class refund policy for YE 2022

Select Board

The Select Board will consider agreements with Eastern Minerals, Inc. and Morton Salt for the town's salt supply. The board will also review business license requests and appointments from the Talent Bank.

• Class I Auto Dealer's License request for BMW South Shore/South Shore MINI at 1040 Hingham Street
• Change of officers/directors/managers for Stop & Shop at 400 Lincoln Street
• Agreement with Eastern Minerals, Inc. to supply rock or solar salt
• Agreement with Morton Salt to supply rock salt
• Appointments from the Talent Bank applicant list

The Select Board unanimously approved transferring the Class 1 Auto Dealer's license for South Shore MINI to GPI MA-SBII, Inc., approved a change of officers for Stop & Shop, and authorized two salt supply agreements (primary with Eastern Minerals at $65/ton, backup with Morton Salt at $80.89/ton). The board also appointed Mary Bell to the Cultural Council and approved the October 19, 2021 minutes. No public comments were made.

• Approved transfer of Class 1 Auto Dealer's license to GPI MA-SBII, Inc. d/b/a South Shore MINI (3-0)
• Approved Stop & Shop change of officers/directors, subject to ABCC approval (3-0)
• Authorized Town Administrator to sign Eastern Minerals salt contract up to $300,000 (3-0)
• Authorized Town Administrator to sign Morton Salt backup contract at $80.89/ton (3-0)
• Appointed Mary Bell to Cultural Council for term ending June 30, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of October 19, 2021 (3-0)

Development and Industrial Commission

This meeting consists of various progress updates on town committees and specific topics. No specific decisions or new projects are detailed in the provided agenda.

• Climate Action Committee update
• Harbor update
• Short Term Rentals update
• South Hingham update
• ADU update

The Hingham Development and Industrial Commission voted unanimously to table further discussion on expanding the committee's size until the Master Planning Committee makes recommendations. The commission also approved the October meeting minutes and received updates on the Climate Action Committee, ADU, and short-term rentals, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved October meeting minutes
• Tabled HDIC sizing discussion until Master Planning Committee recommendations (unanimous)

School Committees

The Wellness Subcommittee will discuss next steps for gathering feedback on Counseling and Student Services regarding student social-emotional status. The meeting includes a discussion on athletic equity issues, including participation data and financial data. There will also be an update on the establishment of a District Wellness Committee.

• Feedback process for Counseling and Student Services
• Review of athletic participation data and financial data
• Review of draft message to booster groups
• Update on District Wellness Committee establishment
• Approval of October 15, 2021 meeting minutes

Commission on Disabilities

The Commission on Disabilities will review Second Parish Mini-Grant applications for the Hingham Senior Center, South Elementary School, and the COD. The meeting includes a presentation by the Lead Out Foundation and updates regarding ADA training and the ADU Study Committee. Members will also discuss upcoming board elections scheduled for December.

• Review of Second Parish Mini-Grant applications
• Lead Out Foundation presentation
• Updates on ADA Training Dates and ADU Study Committee
• Announcement of December board elections

The Commission on Disabilities approved two Second Parish Mini-Grant applications, one for the Hingham Senior Center (for a transfer wheelchair) and one for South Elementary School (for mobility and Hodess seats). The meeting also included updates on the ADA Survey and Transition Plan, a presentation from the Lead Out Foundation, and discussion of future events and elections.

• Approved Second Parish Mini-Grant applications for Hingham Senior Center and South Elementary School (4-0)
• Accepted meeting notes of October 12, 2021 (4-0)
• Set next meeting for December 7, 2021
• Scheduled elections for CoD Board for December meeting

School Councils

The East Elementary School Council will review the school's improvement plan and discuss safe reopening procedures. The council will also begin working on goals for the School Improvement Plan.

• Safe Reopening discussion
• Review of East School Improvement Plan
• Beginning work on goals for School Improvement Plan
• Selection of 2021-2022 theme

School Councils

The School Council will discuss specific items within the 2021-2022 school improvement plan. The meeting also includes a vote to approve notes from the previous meeting and a discussion regarding the budget.

• Vote to approve previous meeting notes regarding the school improvement plan
• Review of items 1 and 2 of the 2021-2022 school improvement plan
• Budget discussion

Library Board of Trustees

The Finance Committee will review and discuss the FY23 Operating Budget. The committee is also scheduled to approve deposits and expenses for a BTB event on May 13, 2022.

• Approval of deposits and expenses for the BTB event on 5/13/22
• Review and discussion of the FY23 Operating Budget

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review site plans for interior renovations and new residential homes. The board will also discuss potential amendments to the Zoning By-Law, including floodplain protection maps.

• Site Plan Review for a retail store and drive-up ATM at 193 Whiting Street
• Interior renovation waivers for 1237 Main Street and 37 Whiting Street
• Continued review of eight single-family dwellings at 213 & 215 Cushing Street
• Site Plan Approval for a single-family home at 0 R Rockwood Road & 36 East Street
• Discussion on potential zoning amendments regarding floodplain protection maps

The Hingham Planning Board granted a site plan review waiver to Harrier Development for interior renovations at 1237 Main Street (aka 1 Whiting Street) for a skin care retail location. The board also accepted the withdrawal of Bow Street, LLC's site plan application for 37 Whiting Street without prejudice, and continued hearings on several other applications, including 193 Whiting Street, 213 & 215 Cushing Street, 0 and 3 Home Meadows Lane, and 0 R Rockwood Road & 36 East Street. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Granted site plan review waiver to Harrier Development for 1237 Main Street (unanimous)
• Accepted withdrawal of Bow Street, LLC's site plan application for 37 Whiting Street without prejudice (unanimous)
• Continued hearing for 193 Whiting Street to Nov 29, 2021, extended decision deadline to Feb 6, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued hearing for Bristol Bros. Development at 213 & 215 Cushing Street to Dec 13, 2021, extended decision deadline to Jan 14, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued hearing for Caulfield applications at 0 and 3 Home Meadows Lane to Nov 29, 2021, extended decision deadline to Dec 29, 2021 (unanimous)
• Continued hearing for Fletcher application at 0 R Rockwood Road & 36 East Street to Dec 13, 2021, extended decision deadline 30 days (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Aug 9, 2021 and Oct 12, 2021 (unanimous)

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will meet to discuss strategy and conduct collective bargaining negotiations with the Hingham Police Superior Officers Union. These discussions are scheduled to take place in executive session.

• Collective bargaining negotiations with Hingham Police Superior Officers Union

Municipal Light Board

The Hingham Municipal Light Board is meeting remotely to review the 2020 audited financial reports, discuss investments in Braintree's plants, and consider a solar canopy project at 31 Bare Cove Rd. They will also discuss energy efficiency, a net zero plan, and updates on battery storage and other projects. The agenda includes several routine items such as minutes approval and financial updates.

• Review of 2020 Audited Financial Reports by Tracy Vaughan, Goulet, Salvidio & Associates P.C.
• Solar canopy at 31 Bare Cove Rd using REC revenue – designate committee for designer selection
• Discussion of investment in Braintree plants
• Developing a plan to get to Net Zero
• Updates on battery storage, additional transmission line, new substation, landfill, EV chargers

Board of Assessors

This meeting consists of routine procedural items. The Board will review and sign warrants, exemptions, and invoices.

• Review and sign warrants, exemptions, and invoices

The Board of Assessors met on November 4, 2021, and conducted only routine procedural business. They approved the minutes from the October 14, 2021 meeting, reviewed and signed invoices and warrants, and scheduled the next meeting for December 2 at 10 AM. No substantive decisions were made; the tax classification hearing remains pending DOR approval of property values.

• Approved minutes from October 14, 2021 meeting
• Reviewed and signed invoices and warrants
• Scheduled next meeting for December 2, 2021 at 10 AM
• Adjourned meeting at 10:31 AM

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will discuss and potentially vote on a contract to replace the boiler at the Weir River Water System Treatment Plant. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from August 2021 and a report from the Water Superintendent.

• Contract for boiler replacement at 900 Main Street
• Approval of August 24 and August 31, 2021 minutes
• Water Superintendent Report

The Board of Water Commissioners unanimously approved a contract with Commercial Boiler Systems, Inc. for boiler replacement equipment and services at the Weir River Water System Treatment Plant, not to exceed $116,247. The decision follows a report that the existing boiler is cracked and unusable, with replacement expected within weeks and no disruption to water services. The board also approved minutes from two prior meetings and received updates on LED lighting, PFAS treatment, and capital improvements.

• Approved $116,247 boiler replacement contract with Commercial Boiler Systems, Inc. (3-0)
• Approved minutes from August 24, 2021 meeting (3-0)
• Approved minutes from August 31, 2021 meeting (3-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will consider a construction contract with Vareika Construction, Inc. for the Lincoln School Apartments Window Replacement Project. The board may also discuss a financial interest disclosure regarding a school bus purchase from FleetFirst, Inc.

• Construction contract approval for Lincoln School Apartments window replacements
• Ground Lease amendment for Lincoln School Apartments
• Financial interest disclosure for a school bus purchase from FleetFirst, Inc.
• Review of Talent Bank applicants for appointments

The Select Board unanimously approved a conflict-of-interest exemption allowing School Committee member Nes Correnti's company, FleetFirst, Inc., to sell a 2008 GMC 20-passenger bus to the School Department for $7,000. The Board also unanimously approved a ground lease amendment and a construction contract with Vareika Construction, Inc. for the Lincoln School Apartments window and door replacement project. Christine Falvey was appointed to the Naming By-law Committee.

• Approved conflict-of-interest exemption for $7,000 bus purchase from FleetFirst, Inc. (3-0)
• Approved amendment to ground lease with Lincoln Apartments, LLC (3-0)
• Approved construction contract with Vareika Construction, Inc. for window and door replacement (3-0)
• Appointed Christine Falvey to Naming By-law Committee (3-0)

School Councils

The South School Council is discussing the 2021-22 improvement plan and anti-bullying updates. The agenda also includes reviews of COVID-19 testing statistics and upcoming student events.

• Review of 2021-22 Improvement Plan/Goals
• Anti-Bullying Committee update regarding the Bullying Plan
• COVID-19 testing and 'Test & Stay' statistics
• Plans for a twentieth anniversary time capsule and quilt project
• Updates on upcoming events including the Pumpkin Parade and South School Feast

Climate Action Planning Committee

The committee will review previous meeting minutes and receive updates on consultant engagement and working groups. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the Net Zero Building definition provided by Hingham Net Zero and the Energy Action Committee.

• Consultant engagement update
• Working Group updates
• Discussion of Net Zero Building definition

The Climate Action Planning Committee approved its October 13 minutes and discussed consultant engagement, working group updates, and a net zero building definition. The net zero definition discussion was tabled due to time constraints. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of October 13, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion of net zero building definition

Recreation Commission

The Hingham Recreation Commission will meet to approve meeting minutes and receive updates on programs and the CPC. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the turf maintenance budget and general budget updates.

• Approval of minutes
• Turf Maintenance Budget
• Programs Update
• CPC Update
• Budget Update

The Hingham Recreation Commission unanimously approved an additional funding request for FY2023 to outsource landscaping and weed whacking at town fields. The commission also approved the minutes from the October 5 meeting and received updates on turf maintenance, programs, and upcoming CPC projects.

• Approved additional FY2023 funding for outsourced landscaping and weed whacking at town fields (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from October 5 meeting (unanimous)

Select Board

The Hingham Select Board will meet to vote on a memorandum of agreement with the Firefighters Association, IAFF, Local 2398. The agenda also includes reviewing a proposed reprecincting plan and engineering services for storm sewer compliance. Additionally, the board will consider window replacement contracts for Lincoln School Apartments.

• Potential vote on Memorandum of Agreement with Firefighters Association, IAFF, Local 2398
• Proposed Hingham Reprecincting Plan
• Engineering services agreement with Woodard & Curran for MS4 permit compliance
• Construction contract with Vareika Construction, Inc. for Lincoln School Apartments window replacement

The Select Board unanimously approved two Memoranda of Agreement with the Firefighters Association, IAFF, Local 2398 Union: one for July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021, and another for July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2024. The agreements include a 2% wage increase for the first contract and 3% annual increases for the second, along with enhanced benefits and training requirements. The Board also approved the 2020 Re-Precincting Plan, a contract with Woodard & Curran for stormwater compliance, and minutes from October 5, 2021. The Lincoln School Apartments window replacement project was discussed but no vote was taken.

• Approved MOA with Firefighters Association for July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved MOA with Firefighters Association for July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of October 5, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved 2020 Re-Precincting Plan with official precinct map and legal boundary descriptions (3-0)
• Authorized Town Administrator to sign agreement with Woodard & Curran for MS4 compliance, not to exceed $136,800 (3-0)

Energy Action Committee

The committee will review previous minutes and discuss open positions on the EAC. Agenda items include updates on solar installations at the landfill and various municipal sites, as well as discussions regarding Green Communities grants and heat pump opportunities for affordable housing.

• Green Communities grants submitted for 2021
• Heat Pumps for Affordable Housing Grant Opportunity
• Distributed generation (solar/storage) for municipal buildings and parking lots
• Landfill solar installation update
• Updates on South Shore Country Club, New Foster School, and Public Safety Facility

The Energy Action Committee approved the previous meeting minutes and discussed several ongoing projects, including a Green Communities grant application, solar feasibility studies, and updates on municipal building projects. No formal votes were taken on substantive matters; the meeting was primarily informational and planning-focused.

• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Noted Abi Sood filled an open EAC position
• Reviewed Fall 2021 Green Communities grant application (awaiting feedback)
• Discussed interest in heat pump grant for affordable housing (no action)
• Reviewed RFP for solar feasibility consultant (to be posted)
• Discussed landfill solar installation timeline (spring/early summer)
• Reviewed South Shore Country Club geothermal consideration (suggestion only)
• Discussed potential support for Sustainability Director role (proposal pending)

School Committees

The Salary & Negotiations Subcommittee will receive updates on the superintendent search timeline and next steps. The committee will also discuss the 2021 Successful Candidate Profile and select an at-large representative for the Screening Committee.

• Update on Superintendent Search timeline
• Discussion of 2021 Successful Candidate Profile
• Selection of At-Large Representative for Screening Committee

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will vote on a preservation restriction agreement for the Benjamin Lincoln House. The agenda also includes a presentation on Tranquility Grove and discussions regarding burial vaults and historical signage.

• Vote to approve Benjamin Lincoln House preservation restriction agreement
• Presentation on Tranquility Grove by Sam Valentine
• Vote to include Bare Cove Burial Vaults in the Inventory
• Discussion of Tercentenary and Tuttleville signs
• Election of Chair, Vice-Chair, and CPC Liaison

Conservation Commission

The commission will review several applications for property modifications, including septic upgrades and pool installations. The agenda also includes a notice of intent for seawall reconstruction at the Town Pier. Additionally, the commission will discuss the Straits Pond investigation.

• Seawall reconstruction and height expansion at 0 Otis Street/Town Pier
• New dwelling, driveway, and septic system at 36 East Street & 0 Rockwood Road
• Septic system upgrade request for 31 Hancock Road
• Pool, pool house, and patio installation at 26 Rockwood Road
• Sport court, shed, and landscaping at 24 Maryknoll Drive

The Commission approved minutes, issued a Certificate of Compliance for 74 Abington Street, and issued Negative Determinations of Applicability for projects at 14 Barnes Road and 31 Hancock Road. It also issued an Amended Order of Conditions for 17 West Street and an Order of Conditions for 26 Rockwood Road. Hearings for 36 East Street/0 R Rockwood Road, 24 Maryknoll Drive, 26 Maryknoll Drive, and 0 Otis Street/Town Pier were continued to 11/15/21.

• Approved minutes from 10/14/21 and 10/18/21 (unanimous)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 74 Abington Street (unanimous)
• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for 14 Barnes Road with conditions (unanimous)
• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for 31 Hancock Road with conditions (unanimous)
• Issued Amended Order of Conditions for 17 West Street (unanimous)
• Issued Order of Conditions for 26 Rockwood Road (unanimous)
• Continued hearing for 36 East Street & 0 R Rockwood Road to 11/15/21 (unanimous)
• Continued hearings for 24 Maryknoll Drive, 26 Maryknoll Drive, and 0 Otis Street/Town Pier to 11/15/21 (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss potential amendments to zoning by-laws, including floodplain protection and site plan review procedures. The board will also consider a request for lot releases and waivers for the Downer Estates Subdivision off Planters Field Lane.

• Potential updates to Floodplain Protection Overlay District Maps and Standards
• Potential updates to Site Plan Review Procedures and Thresholds/Special Permit Amendments
• Discussion on Gender Neutral Terms in zoning by-laws
• Request for lot releases, waivers, and performance guaranty for Downer Estates Subdivision

The Planning Board voted unanimously to release Lots 1, 2, and 3 at Downer Estates from the Form E Covenant, finding that subdivision work was substantially complete. The release is conditioned on execution of Form D and a $115,000 deposit to the Town Treasurer to secure remaining work such as top coat paving, landscaping, and final as-builts. The board also discussed draft zoning articles, including floodplain map updates, site plan review changes, and a gender-neutral warrant article, but took no votes on these items.

• Approved release of Downer Estates Lots 1, 2, 3 from covenant, subject to Form D and $115,000 deposit (4-0)
• Discussed floodplain map amendments, no action taken
• Discussed site plan review zoning article, no action taken
• Discussed gender-neutral warrant article, no action taken

School Committees

The Hingham School Committee will receive updates on the superintendent search and the Strategic Plan process. The committee will also consider proposed field trips for Model UN and Grade 8 students. Additionally, members will discuss a potential bus purchase and a sign donation for Chase Field at PRS.

• Update on Superintendent search process
• Update on the Strategic Plan process
• Acceptance of sign donation for Chase Field at PRS
• Proposed Model UN and Grade 8 field trips
• Discussion regarding a bus purchase

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will meet in open session before adjourning to executive session. The board plans to discuss strategy and conduct negotiations regarding collective bargaining with the Teamsters, Local 25 Union.

• Collective bargaining negotiations with Teamsters, Local 25 Union
• Discussion of bargaining strategy in executive session

Public Safety Facility Building Committee

The committee will review the construction cost estimate within the Schematic Design Report and receive a budget report regarding the Public Safety Facility.

• Construction cost estimate review
• Budget report

The Public Safety Facility Building Committee reviewed the construction cost estimate for the schematic design and discussed value engineering options to reduce costs. The committee unanimously approved the estimated schematic design construction cost of $38,974,058. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting focused on cost review and discussion.

• Approved schematic design construction cost estimate of $38,974,058 (unanimous)

School Committees

The Salary & Negotiations Subcommittee will discuss next steps regarding the superintendent search. The committee will also enter executive session to conduct contract negotiations with HEA Unit A concerning working conditions for the 2021-2022 school year reopening.

• Discussion of superintendent search communications and next steps
• Contract negotiations with HEA Unit A regarding 2021-2022 school reopening working conditions
• Approval of October 25, 2021, meeting minutes

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will meet to discuss bargaining strategy regarding the Hingham Library Staff Association Local 888, S.E.I.U., AFL-CIO. The board also plans to enter executive session to conduct collective bargaining negotiations with this union.

• Collective bargaining strategy for Hingham Library Staff Association Local 888, S.E.I.U., AFL-CIO
• Negotiations with Hingham Library Staff Association Local 888, S.E.I.U., AFL-CIO

Cable TV Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the status of the HD channel rollout and the Verizon license renewal. The meeting also includes updates regarding Harbor Media requests and the introduction of new members.

• Introduction of new members Nathaniel Stillman and Gary Maestas
• Status of HD channels rollout
• Status of Verizon license renewal with counsel Bill Solomon
• Review of CAC requests to Harbor Media

The Cable TV Advisory Committee scheduled an Ascertainment hearing for November 17, 2021, at 7 PM to discuss the Verizon license renewal, with Attorney William Solomon assisting. The committee also approved the September 22, 2021 minutes, introduced new member Nathaniel Stillman and Interim Superintendent Dr. Gary Maestas, and received a financial update from Harbor Media's Executive Director. No other substantive decisions were made; several agenda items were not addressed.

• Approved September 22, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled Ascertainment hearing for November 17, 2021 at 7 PM for Verizon license renewal
• Agreed to have Attorney Solomon draft public notice for the hearing
• Agreed to send quarterly revenue reports from Comcast and Verizon to Attorney Solomon

Naming By-law Committee

This meeting is primarily procedural, focusing on the committee's initial steps. The agenda includes approving minutes from May 19, 2021, and discussing the committee's charge. Members will also review similar by-laws from other communities.

• Approval of May 19, 2021 minutes
• Discussion of the Committee’s Charge and Next Steps
• Review of similar By-laws from other Communities

Audit Committee

The committee will review the current status of audits and address outstanding or pending items. The meeting also includes planning for the forward audit schedule.

• Review of current audit status
• Discussion of outstanding and pending items
• Planning for future audits

Climate Action Planning Committee

The committee will review previous meeting minutes and receive an update on consultant engagement. They will also discuss a Net Zero Building definition provided by Hingham Net Zero and the Energy Action Committee.

• Review of previous meeting's minutes
• Consultant engagement update
• Discussion of Net Zero Building definition

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will meet to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining with the New England Police Benevolent Association, Inc. The board will also enter executive session to conduct negotiations with the union.

• Strategy discussion regarding collective bargaining with New England Police Benevolent Association, Inc.
• Negotiations with New England Police Benevolent Association, Inc.

Route 3A Task Force

The Route 3A Task Force met on October 26, 2021. The agenda was limited to project progress updates.

• Project progress updates

The Route 3A Task Force agreed to keep the shared-use path (SUP) in its existing location near the roadway at 30 Summer Street, rather than moving it to the rear of the property, due to cost and complexity. The project timeline was revised, with the 25% Design Public Hearing potentially pushed to March 2022, but the project remains on track for a spring 2024 bid if its TIP placement moves up from 2025. No formal votes were taken; decisions were made by consensus.

• Agreed to keep SUP at existing roadway-proximate location at 30 Summer Street
• Revised project timeline, with 25% Design Public Hearing possibly moved to March 2022
• Noted DCI's capacity to meet project work requirements and maintain staffing
• Assigned Bryce to review North Street intersection landscape elements with Pressley and DCI
• JR to continue utility pole adjustments with DCI and HMLP, report back next meeting

Cleaner Greener Hingham Committee

The committee will review its purpose, roles, and procedures. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the Bottle Bill and a presentation of a composting PSA video concept.

• Review of committee purpose, roles, and procedures
• Discussion on the Bottle Bill
• Presentation of Composting PSA video concept
• Approval of July 2021 meeting minutes

The Cleaner Greener Hingham Committee discussed organizational tasks, including drafting a charter and recruiting new members, and considered endorsing a proposed Massachusetts bottle bill. No formal votes were taken; actions were assigned for follow-up. The committee also planned community events and approved the July 2021 minutes.

• Approved minutes of July 2021 meeting
• Assigned actions to draft committee charter and research examples from other towns
• Assigned action to contact State Rep Joan Meschino's office about bottle bill status
• Assigned action to write article for Hingham Anchor and Sustainable Hingham Facebook page
• Assigned action to follow up on compost bin supply chain issues with DPW
• Assigned action to plan America Recycles Day cleanup for Nov 13-14, 2021
• Assigned action to upload past meeting minutes to town website
• Assigned action to contact Liz Klein about Pay As You Throw system

Retirement Board

The board will review minutes from the September 21, 2021 meeting and approve October allowances and expenses. The agenda also includes reviewing applications for membership, superannuation, and buybacks.

• Approval of September 21, 2021 minutes
• Review of October 2021 allowances and expenses
• Membership application reviews
• Superannuation application reviews
• PRIT Fund Report review

The Hingham Contributory Retirement Board approved the October 2021 payroll warrant totaling $910,826.25 and an accounts payable warrant of $146,033.34, including retirement allowances, staff salaries, and transfers. The board also approved nine new membership applications, one voluntary superannuation retirement, one military service buyback, and six withdrawal/transfer applications. All votes were unanimous (4-0 or 5-0).

• Approved September 21, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved October 2021 payroll warrant of $910,826.25 (4-0)
• Approved October 2021 accounts payable warrant of $146,033.34 (4-0)
• Approved 9 new membership applications (4-0)
• Approved voluntary superannuation retirement for Carl W. Olson Jr. (4-0)
• Approved military service buyback for Scott A. Tracey (5-0)
• Approved 6 withdrawal/transfer applications (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:07 A.M. (5-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will consider a potential vote on the Proposed Hingham Reprecinting Plan. The board will also review an ownership change request for Wahlburgers at 19 Shipyard Drive and discuss Talent Bank appointments.

• Potential vote on the Proposed Hingham Reprecinting Plan
• Ownership change request for Wahlburgers at 19 Shipyard Drive
• Review of Talent Bank appointment applicants
• COVID-19 update

The Select Board approved a change of ownership interest for Wahlburgers at 19 Shipyard Drive, with one abstention, subject to state approval. The board also appointed Caroline Nielsen to the Conservation Commission and George Kay to the Country Club Management Committee. The Hingham Reprecincting Plan was deferred to the next meeting. No public comments were made.

• Approved Paragon Funding Group III, LLC d/b/a Wahlburgers change of ownership interest (2-0-1)
• Appointed Caroline Nielsen to Conservation Commission for term ending June 30, 2024 (3-0)
• Appointed George Kay to Country Club Management Committee for unexpired term ending June 30, 2023 (3-0)
• Deferred Hingham Reprecincting Plan to next meeting

Weir River Estuary Park Committee

The Weir River Estuary Park Committee approved sending a letter of support for the proposed Eastman Road Walking Path to the Island project, with a deadline of Oct 28. The letter will be modeled on the SPWA letter, which includes concerns about wetlands protocol and no dogs on the island. The committee also approved the minutes from the 8/31/21 meeting and discussed Open Meeting Law guidelines.

• Approved sending a letter of support for the Eastman Road Walking Path to the Island project (motion passed)
• Approved modifying the SPWA letter as a guideline for the WREP letter of support (motion passed)
• Approved minutes from the 8/31/21 meeting for posting

School Committees

The Hingham School Committee Policy Subcommittee is meeting to approve previous minutes and discuss school policies. The committee will continue its discussion regarding a potential therapy animal policy.

• Discussion of potential therapy animal policy

Planning Board

The board will review applications for interior renovations at several Derby Street suites. The agenda also includes proposals for a new boat storage barn at 208 Downer Avenue and multiple new residential home developments.

• Interior renovation waivers for 92, 94, and 37 Derby Street
• New two-story boat storage barn at 208 Downer Avenue
• New residential home development at 10 Howe Street
• New residential home developments at 0 and 3 Home Meadows Lane
• New residential home development at 21 Whiton Avenue

The Planning Board granted site plan approval to the Hingham Yacht Club to replace an existing barn with a new two-story boat storage barn at 208 Downer Avenue, including waivers from certain submittal requirements. The board also approved site plan reviews for new single-family homes at 10 Howe Street and 21 Whiton Avenue, and granted site plan review waivers for interior renovations at 92 Derby Street, 37 Derby Street, and 94 Derby Street. The hearing for 0 and 3 Home Meadows Lane was continued to November 8, 2021.

• Granted Hingham Yacht Club site plan approval for new boat storage barn at 208 Downer Ave (4-0)
• Granted 10 Howe Street LLC site plan approval for new single-family home at 10 Howe St (3-0)
• Granted Falconeiri Construction site plan approval for new home at 21 Whiton Ave (4-0)
• Granted LGA Partners site plan review waiver for Bluemercury at 92 Derby St, Suite 119 (3-0)
• Granted 37 Derby Street LLC site plan review waiver for office renovation at 37 Derby St, Suite 3 (3-0)
• Granted W/S/M Hingham Properties site plan review waiver for All Birds at 94 Derby St, Suite 243 (4-0)
• Continued site plan review for 0 and 3 Home Meadows Lane to Nov 8, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of Sept 13 and Sept 27, 2021 meetings (4-0)

School Committees

The Salary & Negotiations Subcommittee will review minutes from the October 19, 2021, meetings. The committee will also enter executive session to discuss bargaining strategy with HEA Unit A regarding working conditions for the 2021-2022 school year reopening.

• Approval of October 19, 2021, regular session minutes
• Approval of October 19, 2021, executive session minutes
• Discussion of negotiation strategy with HEA Unit A regarding school reopening working conditions

School Committees

The Hingham SEPAC will approve the minutes from the September 27, 2021 meeting. Guest speaker Sara Wishner will discuss teaching strategies and accommodations for students with dyslexia. A question and answer session will follow the presentation.

• Approval of September 27, 2021, meeting minutes
• Presentation on dyslexia teaching strategies and accommodations by Sara Wishner
• Question and answer session

Public Safety Facility Building Committee

The Public Safety Facility Building Committee is meeting to review a Schematic Design Report, which includes options for mechanical systems. The committee will also receive a budget report and review invoices for approval.

• Schematic Design Report including mechanical system options
• Budget Report
• Review and Approval of Invoices

The Public Safety Facility Building Committee approved the schematic design building size at 48,920 gross square feet and a 92-space parking structure, and selected an air-source variable refrigerant flow (VRF) HVAC system as the basis of design. The committee deferred approval of the construction cost estimate to a future meeting. The schematic design cost estimates were reported at just under $39 million (KBA) and just under $38.6 million (Hill).

• Approved building at 48,920 sq ft (unanimous)
• Approved parking structure with 92 spaces and 34,752 sq ft (unanimous)
• Approved Option 1 air-source VRF HVAC system as basis of design (unanimous)
• Approved KBA invoice for $87,966 and Hill invoice for $3,805 (unanimous)
• Deferred approval of construction cost estimate to next meeting

Select Board

The Select Board will participate in a presentation by the Hingham Unity Council titled 'Let's Talk: Disabilities and Neurodiversity.' The meeting is being held remotely for public access.

• Hingham Unity Council presentation: 'Let's Talk: Disabilities and Neurodiversity'

Library Board of Trustees

The Nominating Committee will review and vote on the minutes from the April 29, 2021 meeting. The committee will also consider and select a nominee for Membership to the Corporation. This individual is to be elected at the November 17, 2021 Board of Trustees meeting.

• Vote on minutes from the April 29, 2021 meeting
• Selection of a nominee for Membership to the Corporation

Library Board of Trustees

The Operations Committee will review minutes from the May 17, 2021 meeting. The agenda includes an update on the library lobby floor tile replacement project and a discussion regarding a parking lot feasibility study.

• Library lobby floor tile replacement project update
• Parking lot feasibility study
• Approval of May 17, 2021 minutes

Housing Authority

The Hingham Housing Authority is holding its regular board meeting, covering routine items like minutes approval, accounts payable, and reports. The most notable action is a vote on Change Order No. 1 for the energy lighting upgrades at Thaxter Park, which would increase the contract with M-V Electrical Contractors by $1,740.34.

• Approval of minutes from September 7, 2021 meeting
• Motion to approve accounts payable
• Vote on Change Order No. 1 for M-V Electrical Contractors, Inc., increasing contract by $1,740.34 for energy lighting upgrades at Thaxter Park

The Hingham Housing Authority approved a change order increasing the energy lighting upgrade contract by $1,740.34, and approved accounts payable. The board also discussed tenant association formation, a state review, and future Section 8 voucher discussions.

• Approved September 7, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved accounts payable as presented
• Approved Change Order No. 1 to M-V Electrical Contractors contract, +$1,740.34 (unanimous)

Bare Cove Park Committee

The committee will discuss Building 151, including entrance security and funding. The agenda also includes reviewing meeting minutes and discussing park projects for 2021.

• Building 151: securing entrance, acknowledgment, and funding
• Review and acceptance of meeting minutes
• Ranger's Report
• Treasurer's Report
• Memorial bench guidelines

The Bare Cove Park Committee and Hingham Historical Commission discussed preserving Building 151, a historic vault dating to 1838, and agreed to develop a proposal for the Select Board. They also approved the August meeting minutes, the Ranger's Report, and the Treasurer's Report. The memorial bench guidelines were tabled.

• Approved August meeting minutes
• Approved Ranger's Report
• Approved Treasurer's Report
• Tabled memorial bench guidelines
• Agreed to form subgroup to develop proposal for preserving Building 151

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will attend the Bare Cove Park Committee meeting on October 19, 2021. The purpose of the attendance is to discuss Building 151.

• Discussion regarding Building 151

Harbor Development Committee

The committee will review a final presentation from the Woods Hole Group regarding future phases of harbor resiliency. The agenda also includes updates on the Town Wharf Project and the CPC Master Plan for Hingham Harbor.

• Woods Hole Group final presentation on harbor resiliency planning
• Town Wharf Project permit and by-law change status updates
• CPC Master Plan for Hingham Harbor proposal status

The committee heard a final presentation from the Woods Hole Group on four alternatives to protect the harbor front along Rte 3A from sea-level rise, with options to mix and match protections and a recommended tide gate at Town Brook outfall. No formal decisions were made on these alternatives. The committee also received updates on the Town Wharf project, including Conservation Committee regulation changes and an updated drawing for a Notice of Intent, and set the next meeting for November 16.

• Reviewed four sea-level rise protection alternatives for Rte 3A harbor front (no vote)
• Noted Conservation Committee regulation changes to allow review of Beals & Thomas drawing
• Set next meeting date: November 16, 2021

Country Club Management Committee

The Country Club Management Committee will review September results and FY21 expenditures and revenues. The meeting includes discussions regarding maintenance building construction, site work schedules, and pool design cost estimates.

• Maintenance building construction and budget updates
• Pool design updates and cost estimates
• Review of FY21 expenditures and revenues
• Discussion regarding permit fees
• Driving range discussion

The Country Club Management Committee reviewed updated pool design and cost estimates, approving a Community Preservation application for $1 million in funding. The preliminary pool cost estimate is $7.5 million. The committee also approved a donation request from the Boys and Girls Club of Dorchester and discussed the Maintenance Building construction schedule, noting additional funding will be needed at the Annual Town Meeting in April.

• Approved Community Preservation application for $1M pool funding
• Approved donation request from Boys and Girls Club of Dorchester
• Approved minutes of September 21, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Set next meeting for November 16, 2021 at 4:30PM

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss a project funding agreement from the Massachusetts School Building Authority for Plymouth River Elementary School. The board will also consider a printer lease for Town Hall and an alteration of licensed premises for The Range at 306 Whiting Street. Updates on the Hingham Reprecincting Plan and Affordable Housing Trust are also scheduled.

• Alteration of Licensed Premises request for The Range at 306 Whiting Street
• Lease agreement with Bay Copy for four Konica Minolta printers for Town Hall
• Project Funding Agreement for Plymouth River Elementary School window and door replacement
• One-day wine and malt beverage license for Vitamin Sea Brewing at Weir River Farm
• Appointment of Art Robert as the ADA Coordinator

The Select Board unanimously approved an alteration to The Range's licensed premises for a function space and patio, a new copier lease with Bay Copy, and a Project Funding Agreement for the Plymouth River Elementary School window and door replacement. They also approved a one-day liquor license for a Vitamin Sea Brewing event and several appointments.

• Approved alteration of licensed premises for The Range, 306 Whiting St, for function space and patio (3-0)
• Authorized Town Administrator to sign copier lease with Bay Copy, not to exceed $56,312.64 (3-0)
• Authorized Chair to execute MSBA Project Funding Agreement for Plymouth River School window/door replacement (3-0)
• Approved one-day wine and malt license to Vitamin Sea Brewing for Blues at the Red Barn, Oct 23, 2021 (3-0)
• Designated Naming By-law Study Committee members as Special Municipal Employees (3-0)
• Appointed Art Robert as ADA Coordinator for the Town (3-0)
• Reappointed Tim White to Affordable Housing Trust (3-0)
• Appointed Henry Buckley to Beautification Committee, Martha Reardon Bewick to MBTA Advisory Board, Ed Johnson to MAPC, Victor Baltera to Naming By-law Committee (3-0 each)

School Committees

The subcommittee will discuss communications regarding the superintendent search. Members also plan to enter executive session to conduct contract negotiations with HEA Unit A concerning 2021-2022 school reopening working conditions.

• Superintendent search communications and next steps
• Contract negotiations with HEA Unit A for 2021-2022 school reopening
• Approval of October 14, 2021 meeting minutes

Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers

The Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers is meeting virtually to review and approve the minutes from September 28, 2021, receive a property management report, and discuss the proposed 2022 budget. They will also consider funding for a window project and review CNA proposals, along with other operational items and public comment.

• Review and approve minutes of September 28, 2021
• Property management report
• 2022 proposed budget
• Window project update – funding
• CNA proposals

The Board of Managers approved the proposed 2022 budget as presented. They also authorized the chair to amend the Ground Lease with the Town to access a $1,000,000 loan for the window project. The meeting was otherwise routine, including approval of prior minutes and discussion of the management report.

• Approved minutes of September 28, 2021
• Approved 2022 budget as presented
• Authorized chair to amend Ground Lease to access $1,000,000 loan for window project

Municipal Light Board

The Hingham Municipal Light Plant is proposing a new transmission line and substation on the DPW transfer station property. The project aims to provide backup electricity via a new 115 kilovolt line from Weymouth. A community meeting will be held to discuss the plan before a Warrant Article is submitted for the 2022 Hingham Town Meeting.

• Proposed substation on an approximately 18,500 sq. ft. parcel at the transfer station
• New 115 kilovolt line connection from Weymouth
• Planned Warrant Article for the 2022 Hingham Town Meeting to borrow funds and use Town property

Conservation Commission

The commission will review certificates of compliance and new project requests for several Hingham properties. These include requests for porches, walkways, and pool installations. Two items are postponed to a later meeting due to legal notice issues.

• Certificates of Compliance for 14 Seal Cove Road and 74 Abington Street
• Request for porch, walkway, and patio at 225 South Street
• Request for exterior stairs and porch reconstruction at 1 Beach Lane
• Notice of Intent for a pool, pool house, and patio at 26 Rockwood Road
• Notice of Intent for a pool, patio, and shed at 365 East Street

The Hingham Conservation Commission approved the September 27, 2021 minutes and issued a Certificate of Compliance for 14 Seal Cove Road. It continued consideration of 74 Abington Street to November 1, 2021. The Commission issued Negative Determinations of Applicability for projects at 225 South Street, 1 Beach Lane, and 11 Popes Lane, and an Order of Conditions for 365 East Street, all with specific conditions.

• Approved minutes from 9/27/21 (3-0, Hidell absent)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 14 Seal Cove Road (4-0)
• Continued 74 Abington Street to November 1, 2021 (4-0)
• Issued Negative Determination for 225 South Street (4-0)
• Issued Negative Determination for 1 Beach Lane (4-0)
• Issued Negative Determination for 11 Popes Lane (4-0)
• Issued Order of Conditions for 365 East Street (4-0)

School Committees

The Salary & Negotiations Subcommittee will hold a public hearing to collect comments on the 2021 draft candidate profile for the superintendent search. The committee will also discuss next steps in the search process.

• Public hearing on 2021 Draft Candidate Profile for Superintendent Search
• Discussion of next steps in the Superintendent Search process

School Committees

The committee will discuss subcommittee functions and the 2021-2022 goals. Members will also receive updates on the superintendent search process and HPS vaccination data collection.

• Update on the Superintendent search process
• Discussion of MOA between School Committee and Massachusetts Laborer’s District Council, Local 1139
• Update on HPS vaccination data collection regarding DESE mask guidance
• Appointment of Carlos DaSilva as MASC delegate
• Review of 2021 proposed MASC resolutions

School Committees

The subcommittee is meeting to discuss its organization, function, and goals for 2021-2022. The agenda also includes a review of the School District Wellness program per policy ADF and discussions regarding equity goals.

• Review of School District Wellness program establishment per policy ADF
• Discussion of Athletic Department Self Study follow up actions
• Discussion of School Committee equity goal
• Discussion of subcommittee goals for 2021-2022

Conservation Commission

The Hingham Conservation Commission is holding a remote meeting to discuss and possibly vote on revisions to the Hingham Wetland Regulations. Public comment will be taken. The agenda contains only this one substantive item.

• Discussion and possible vote on revisions to Hingham Wetland Regulations
• Public comment period on wetland regulation revisions

The Commission voted unanimously to replace Section 20.1 and Section 24.0.i of the Town of Hingham Wetland Regulations with new versions, incorporating changes to coastal storm flowage and flood hazard zone protections. It also voted unanimously to rescind and repeal the Coastal Engineering Structures Policy adopted on November 18, 2019. The meeting was held remotely via Zoom and included public comment from the Harbor Development Committee.

• Adopted revised Section 20.1 and Section 24.0.i of the Wetland Regulations (3-0)
• Rescinded and repealed the Coastal Engineering Structures Policy from Nov 18, 2019 (3-0)

Personnel Board

This meeting consists of procedural items and a motion to enter executive session. The board intends to discuss collective bargaining strategy with the New England Police Benevolent Association, Inc. No other business is scheduled for open session.

• Motion to adjourn to executive session regarding police union bargaining strategy

Personnel Board

The board will consider requests regarding compensation for three newly promoted Sergeants and position reclassifications at South Shore Country Club. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy for several municipal unions.

• Compensation request for three newly promoted Sergeants at step 2 of the salary scale
• Request to amend a vote regarding reclassification of two South Shore Country Club positions
• Executive session discussion on collective bargaining strategy for various municipal unions

The Hingham Personnel Board approved several personnel actions, including amending the effective date of two country club position reclassifications to June 1, 2021, and placing three newly promoted police sergeants at Step 2 of the salary scale. The board also approved a 30-day sick time extension for a DPW employee and corrected minutes regarding a staff transfer. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the sick time extension.

• Approved minutes from September 21, 2021 meeting
• Amended reclassification effective date for two country club positions to June 1, 2021
• Approved placement of three police sergeants at PS-3 Step 2 effective April 6, 2021
• Amended May 13, 2021 minutes to correct Loni Fournier's transfer to GIS Coordinator
• Approved 30-day sick time extension for DPW employee (4-0-1, Johnson abstained)
• Voted to enter executive session for collective bargaining strategy (5-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will discuss the Senior Means tested exemption. The board will also review and sign warrants, exemptions, and invoices. An executive session is scheduled to discuss ATB cases.

• Discussion of Senior Means tested exemption
• Review and signing of warrants, exemptions, and invoices
• Executive session regarding ATB cases

The Board of Assessors held a routine meeting with no public comment. They voted to correct the September 14, 2021 minutes to reflect that Assessor Ross motioned to make Chrissy the new Chair, rather than voted. The board signed invoices and warrants, entered executive session to discuss ATB appeals, and scheduled the next meeting for November 4th.

• Corrected September 14, 2021 minutes to change 'voted' to 'motioned' for new Chair appointment
• Signed invoices and warrants
• Entered executive session to review, discuss and vote on ATB appeals
• Set next meeting for November 4th at 10 AM

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review construction permit applications for 31 Hancock St and 219 Main St. The meeting also includes discussions on Chapter 40B permitting recommendations and updates regarding COVID-19 and private well regulations.

• Septic repair construction permit application for 31 Hancock St
• Disposal works construction permit for 219 Main St
• Chapter 40B Hingham Permitting Process Recommendations discussion
• Delegation to EHO for Food Code Variance regarding open windows
• Introduction of Hingham Private Well Regulations Update

The Board unanimously upheld a Stop Work Order for a septic system at 219 Main Street, approving revised plans conditional on notifying abutters within 250 feet. It also granted variances for a septic repair at 31 Hancock Street, tabled a Chapter 40B discussion, and delegated authority to the EHO for food code variances.

• Approved septic variances for 31 Hancock St. (unanimous)
• Upheld Stop Work Order for 219 Main St. (unanimous)
• Approved revised septic plans for 219 Main St. (unanimous)
• Tabled Chapter 40B permitting discussion (unanimous)
• Delegated food code variance authority to EHO (unanimous)

School Committees

The Salary & Negotiations Subcommittee will discuss communications and next steps regarding the superintendent search. The committee also plans to enter executive session to discuss negotiation strategies for HEA Unit A working conditions and collective bargaining.

• Approval of minutes from October 5 and 7, 2021 meetings
• Superintendent search communications and next steps
• Negotiation strategy for HEA Unit A working conditions for the 2021-2022 school year
• HEA collective bargaining negotiations strategy

School Committees

The Special Education Subcommittee of the Hingham School Committee is meeting to draft goals for the subcommittee. The agenda contains only this item and standard procedural motions.

• Drafting goals for the Special Education Subcommittee

Climate Action Planning Committee

The committee will review previous minutes and vote on the committee charter. Members will discuss establishing goals and forming subcommittees. The agenda also includes a consultant engagement update and a discussion regarding Net Zero Building definitions.

• Charter review and approval
• Discussion of subcommittee formation and goals
• Consultant engagement update
• Discussion of Net Zero Building definition

The Climate Action Planning Committee approved its finalized charter and voted to establish six working groups focused on greenhouse gas reduction, energy infrastructure, community engagement, regional engagement, residential net zero, and grant research. The committee also discussed a potential earlier start with MAPC consultants and postponed a net zero building definition discussion to the next meeting.

• Approved September meeting minutes (all in favor, Beth Porter abstained)
• Approved finalized Charter, replacing 'subcommittee' with 'working groups' (unanimous roll call)
• Formed six working groups with assigned members and leads (roll call vote)
• Postponed discussion of Net Zero Building Definition to October 27 meeting
• Agreed to meet October 27 to review MAPC response and decide on next steps

School Committees

The Policy Subcommittee will discuss its short-term and long-term goals. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a potential therapy dog policy and a Memorandum of Understanding between Hingham Public School and the Hingham Police Department.

• Discussion of subcommittee short-term and long-term goals
• Potential therapy dog policy discussion
• Memorandum of Understanding between Hingham Public School and Hingham Police Department

Personnel Board

The board will meet at 8:00am to move into executive session for strategy discussions regarding collective bargaining with IAFF, Local 2398. At 9:00am, the board will reconvene in executive session to conduct negotiations with the same association.

• Strategy discussion for Firefighters Association (IAFF, Local 2398) bargaining
• Collective bargaining negotiations with IAFF, Local 2398

Center for Active Living Building Committee

The Hingham Senior Center Building Committee is meeting to review design criteria for the senior center. The committee will also receive an update on the Needs Assessment Project.

• Discussion of Senior Center Design Criteria
• Update on the Needs Assessment Project

The provided minutes contain no substantive decisions; the text is largely illegible or procedural. No actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Commission on Disabilities

The Commission will discuss progress on several ongoing items, including the DeNapoli ADA Study and the O’Laughlin Senior Center. The agenda also includes a review of meeting notes from September 14, 2021.

• DeNapoli/ Allen DAV Run update
• Gertz HUC Event update
• Baker Website update
• O’Laughlin Senior Center update
• DeNapoli ADA Study/ Transition Plan update

The Commission on Disabilities met remotely and discussed accessibility issues at town fields, playgrounds, and sidewalks, noting that most fields and the track behind Town Hall are not accessible. Members discussed coordinating with the Recreation Commission and town staff on prioritization of accessibility projects, and promoted an upcoming Hingham Unity Council event. No formal votes were taken on substantive matters; the only votes were to approve the previous meeting minutes and to adjourn.

• Approved meeting notes from September 14, 2021 with a modification (7-0)
• Adjourned at 8:00 p.m. (7-0)

Council on Aging

The Hingham Council on Aging will review minutes from September 2021 meetings. The agenda includes updates from several committees and a discussion on program evaluation and expansion.

• Approval of September 14 and September 23, 2021 meeting minutes
• Committee updates for marketing, volunteer enrichment, and the senior center building
• UMB Needs Assessment discussion
• Program evaluation and expansion review

The Hingham Council on Aging met remotely and approved the minutes from September 14 and September 23, 2021. The board noted a $10,000 grant from SSES for nutritional needs, discussed a potential grant for a food delivery pilot, and acknowledged the resignation of board member Scott Stevenson. No major policy decisions were made; most items were informational or updates.

• Approved September 14, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September 23, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Acknowledged resignation of Scott Stevenson
• Noted receipt of $10,000 grant from SSES for nutritional needs

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review several property applications, including a proposal for a 1,000 SF bakery/café. The board will also hold joint discussions with the Planning Board regarding site plan reviews and floodplain protection standards.

• Special Permit for a 1,000 SF bakery/café at 84 North Street
• Replacement of an existing barn with a new 36' x 30' boat storage barn at 208 Downer Avenue
• Plan modification to enclose a 982 SF patio at 94 Derby Street
• Withdrawal request for a variance at 9 Chestnut Place

The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved a modification to a Special Permit A2 for WSM Properties, LLC to permanently enclose an existing 982 SF patio with retractable windows at 94 Derby Street, Suite 217 (Nomai), subject to all previous conditions remaining in effect. The board also granted requests to withdraw without prejudice for applications at 9 Chestnut Place and 84 North Street. The joint hearing with the Planning Board for the Hingham Yacht Club's proposed barn replacement at 208 Downer Avenue was continued to November 16, 2021, with no decision made.

• Approved modification to Special Permit A2 to enclose 982 SF patio at 94 Derby Street, Suite 217 (3-0)
• Granted withdrawal without prejudice for variance application at 9 Chestnut Place (3-0)
• Granted withdrawal without prejudice for Special Permit A2 application at 84 North Street (3-0)
• Continued hearing for Hingham Yacht Club barn replacement at 208 Downer Avenue to November 16, 2021 (3-0)

Advisory Committee

The committee is scheduled to discuss AAA bond ratings and a financial policy update. Members will also receive an update from the Hingham Affordable Housing Trust and various liaison reports. The meeting includes the review and approval of minutes from September 14 and October 2, 2021.

• AAA Bond Rating Discussion
• Hingham Affordable Housing Trust update
• Financial Policy Update Discussion
• Review and approval of September 14 and October 2, 2021 minutes
• Liaison reports from various town committees

The Advisory Committee heard presentations on Hingham's AAA bond rating and the Hingham Housing Plan, and discussed proposed changes to the Financial Policy, including adding climate change language. The committee approved the minutes from September 14 and October 2, 2021, and received updates from various town boards and committees. No final decisions were made on the bond rating, housing, or financial policy items.

• Approved September 14, 2021 minutes (12-0)
• Approved October 2, 2021 minutes (5-0-7)
• Adjourned at 10:08 PM (12-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold joint hearings with the Zoning Board of Appeals regarding site plan reviews. These include a new two-story boat storage barn at 208 Downer Avenue and a bakery/café at 84 North Street. The board will also conduct preliminary discussions on potential zoning articles.

• Site Plan Review for a two-story boat storage barn at 208 Downer Avenue
• Site Plan Review and Special Permit for a bakery/café at 84 North Street
• Discussion of Site Plan Review Procedures and Thresholds
• Discussion of Floodplain Protection Overlay District Maps and Standards

The Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals continued the Hingham Yacht Club's application to replace a barn with a new boat storage barn at 208 Downer Avenue to later meetings, extending the decision deadline to November 15, 2021. The boards also granted a withdrawal without prejudice of Nicole Storey's application for a bakery/café at 84 North Street. No final decisions were made on either application.

• Continued HYC barn hearing to Oct 25, 2021 (Planning Board) and Nov 16, 2021 (ZBA), extending decision deadline to Nov 15, 2021 (4-0)
• Granted withdrawal without prejudice of Nicole Storey's bakery/café application at 84 North Street (ZBA 3-0, Planning Board 5-0)

School Committees

The Curriculum Subcommittee will discuss a description of its function to recommend to the full School Committee. The meeting also includes discussions regarding 2021-2022 school year goals and the department report schedule.

• Discussion of subcommittee function description
• Review of 2021-2022 School Year Goals
• Discussion of department report schedule for the 2021-2022 school year

School Committees

The Salary & Negotiations Subcommittee will meet to approve minutes from the September 28, 2021 session. The committee will then enter an executive session to discuss negotiation strategies with HEA Unit A regarding working conditions for the 2021-2022 school year reopening and other collective bargaining matters.

• Approval of September 28, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion of HEA Unit A negotiation strategy for 2021-2022 school reopening working conditions
• Discussion of HEA collective bargaining strategies in executive session

School Committees

The committee will hear and discuss a citizen proposal regarding a Community Preservation Committee application. The proposal involves building out a health and fitness center at Hingham High School.

• Citizen proposal for a health and fitness center at Hingham High School

Personnel Board

The Hingham Personnel Board met to transition from an open session to an executive session. The purpose of this session is to discuss strategy and conduct negotiations with the Hingham Police Superior Officers Union.

• Collective bargaining negotiations with the Hingham Police Superior Officers Union

Recreation Commission

The Hingham Recreation Commission will review updates regarding the SSCC pool project and a preliminary CPC application. The meeting also includes discussions about baseball backstops, dugouts, programs, and the budget.

• SSCC Pool Project update
• CPC Preliminary Application update
• Discussion on baseball backstops and dugouts
• Program updates
• Budget update

The Hingham Recreation Commission approved moving forward on a new baseball backstop ($27,000), two dugouts ($60,000), and an enclosed trailer ($8,000) for Cronin Field, with fundraising planned through the 4th of July Road Race. The commission also heard a site plan presentation for the SSCC Outdoor Pool Complex, which includes a six-lap pool, family pool, and splash pad, and discussed seeking $1 million in Community Preservation Committee (CPC) funds for the pool project. Fall programs are underway with 1,356 children and 100 adults enrolled.

• Approved moving forward on backstop, dugout, and trailer (all in favor)
• Unanimously approved minutes of August 3 and September 9
• Discussed SSCC Outdoor Pool Complex site plan (no vote)
• Discussed seeking $1 million in CPC funds for pool (no vote)

Select Board

The Select Board will consider various items including school project agreements, senior tax exemptions, and grant extensions. The meeting also includes discussions on ARPA program designations and local business licenses.

• Amendment to Feasibility Study Agreement for William L. Foster Elementary School Project
• FY22 Senior Means Tested Tax Exemption Amount
• Designation of recipient and preparer for Plymouth County’s ARPA Program
• Special alcohol licenses for Galley Kitchen and Bar and Hingham Historical Society
• Grant agreement extension with Hingham Community Access and Media, Inc.

The Hingham Select Board unanimously approved setting the FY22 Senior Means Tested Tax Exemption at 100% of the Circuit Breaker tax credit amount, benefiting 20 approved applicants. The board also approved several licenses, including a change of officer for 99 Restaurants, a limousine license for Boston Logan Anywhere, and special one-day alcohol licenses for the Mad Love Music Festival and Tavern Night. Additionally, the board authorized a six-month extension of the Harbor Media grant agreement, designated officials for ARPA funds, and authorized the Green Communities grant application.

• Approved FY22 Senior Means Tested Tax Exemption at 100% of Circuit Breaker credit (3-0)
• Approved change of officer for 99 Restaurants of Boston, LLC (3-0)
• Approved limousine license for Boston Logan Anywhere, Inc. (3-0)
• Approved one-day wine and malt license for Mad Love Music Festival (3-0)
• Approved one-day all alcohol license for Tavern Night at the Old Ordinary (3-0)
• Approved six-month extension of grant agreement with Hingham Community Access and Media (3-0)
• Authorized signing of Green Communities Competitive Grant application (3-0)
• Designated Town Administrator and Town Accountant for ARPA funds (3-0)

Development and Industrial Commission

The commission will receive an introduction to the South Shore Site Readiness Water and Wastewater Study. The meeting includes updates from the Climate Action Committee and Planning Board. Additionally, the commission will discuss creating subcommittees for 2021-2022 action items.

• South Shore Site Readiness Water and Wastewater Study introduction
• Climate Action Committee update
• Planning Board update
• Creation of subcommittees for 2021-2022 action items
• Introduction of Assistant Town Administrator Arthur Robert

The Hingham Development and Industrial Commission approved minutes from prior meetings and heard a report on regional water/wastewater challenges. Members were assigned to lead subcommittees on short-term rentals, ADUs, harbor issues, committee size, and South Hingham. No formal votes were taken on these assignments.

• Approved June 8 meeting minutes
• Approved September 14 meeting minutes with edit noting Davalene Cooper not in attendance
• Assigned Dan McGonagle and Nancy Wiley to lead short-term rental subcommittee
• Assigned Brian Stack to lead ADU subcommittee
• Assigned Brian Tomasello to lead harbor subcommittee
• Assigned Brian Stack to investigate committee size and draft warrant article
• Assigned Mike Kranzley to lead South Hingham subcommittee

School Committees

The Salary & Negotiations Subcommittee will review the superintendent search process. This includes discussing communication responsibilities, timelines, and screening procedures. The committee will also discuss next steps for the search.

• Review of superintendent search timeline and marketing
• Discussion of screening procedures and roles for committees and consultants
• Review of candidate information including job descriptions and contract examples

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will meet to call the meeting to order and then move into an executive session. This session is for discussing strategy regarding collective bargaining with the Hingham Library Staff Association Local 888, S. E. I. U., AFL CIO Union.

• Executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy with Hingham Library Staff Association Local 888

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will meet to move into an executive session to discuss bargaining strategy with the Hlimgham Library Staff Association Local 888, S.E.I.U., AFL-CIO. The board also plans to conduct collective bargaining negotiations during a second session.

• Move to executive session for library staff union bargaining strategy
• Conducting collective bargaining negotiations with SEIU Local 888

Historical Commission

The Commission will consider adding 5 Hayes Road to the inventory and review a proposal for an educational program. Discussion will also continue regarding the interpretation of the Tranquility Grove property.

• Request to place 5 Hayes Road on the Inventory
• Proposal for a speaker or educational program
• Discussion on interpreting the Tranquility Grove property
• CPC project applications

School Committees

The subcommittee will hear and discuss a citizen proposal for a Community Preservation Committee application to build a health and fitness center at Hingham High School. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the subcommittee's short-term and long-term goals.

• Citizen proposal for a health and fitness center at Hingham High School
• Discussion of subcommittee short-term and long-term goals

School Committees

The Hingham School Committee will receive an update on the Superintendent search. The committee will also discuss a potential therapy dog for Hingham High School and a proposed Drama Club field trip to New York City in April 2022.

• Update on the Superintendent search
• Discussion of a potential therapy dog for Hingham High School
• Proposed Drama Club field trip to NYC in April 2022
• Approval of minutes from September 14 and September 20, 2021

Advisory Committee

The Advisory Committee will receive an update on the Foster School Building project. The committee will also discuss annual planning and goals with the School Committee and School Administration.

• Update on the Foster School Building project
• Discussion of Annual Planning and Goals with the School Committee and School Administration

The Advisory Committee received updates on the Foster School Building project and the interim superintendent's goals, but took no formal votes or decisions beyond adjourning. The meeting was informational, with no substantive actions taken.

• Adjourned meeting at 10:08 am (8-0)

Advisory Committee

The Education Subcommittee will receive an update regarding the Foster School Building project. The committee will also hold a discussion with the School Committee and School Administration concerning annual planning and goals.

• Foster School Building project update
• Discussion regarding Annual Planning and Goals

The Advisory Committee Education Subcommittee received an update on the Foster School building project, including that a designer has been chosen and cost estimates are expected by April 2022. School Committee Chair Kerry Ni appointed Jen Benham to the Foster School Education Visioning Committee. The interim superintendent reviewed goals for the 2021-2022 school year, including a strategic plan and sustainable budget taskforce. No formal votes were taken on substantive matters; the only vote was to adjourn.

• Appointed Jen Benham to Foster School Education Visioning Committee
• Voted to adjourn meeting at 10:07 AM

School Committees

The School Committee is holding a planning session to discuss goals and priorities for the 2021-2022 school year. The agenda includes an update on the Foster School Building project and the appointment of Jen Benham to the Foster School Education Visioning Committee.

• Foster School Building project update
• Appointment of Jen Benham to the Foster School Education Visioning Committee
• Discussion of 2021-2022 school year goals and priorities

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board plans to enter executive sessions to discuss strategy and conduct negotiations with the Firefighters Association, IAFF, Local 2398. These sessions are scheduled not to return to open session.

• Executive session for collective bargaining strategy with Firefighters Association, IAFF, Local 2398
• Executive session for negotiations with Firefighters Association, IAFF, Local 2398

School Committees

The South Shore Educational Collaborative Board will meet to review financial reports for FY21 and FY22. The agenda includes votes on a credit line increase and the suspension of FY 22 OPEB contributions. Members will also discuss vaccine mandates and an update on Randolph High School.

• Vote on FY 22 budget summary
• Vote on credit line increase
• Vote on suspending FY 22 OPEB contributions
• Vote on Executive Director evaluation and contract
• Discussion regarding a vaccine mandate

School Committees

The SSEC OPEB Board of Trustees will meet to review financial reports and approve previous meeting minutes. The agenda includes a proposal to suspend FY 22 OPEB contributions until further notice.

• Approval of May 21, 2021 meeting minutes
• Proposal to suspend FY 22 OPEB contributions until further notice
• Treasurer's report

Public Safety Facility Building Committee

The committee will receive an update regarding the design of the Public Safety Facility. The remaining agenda items are procedural, including the approval of minutes.

• Update on Design

The committee reviewed updated floor plans for the new public safety facility, including changes to room layouts and locations. It also discussed a mechanical systems life cycle cost analysis comparing VRF, chilled/hot water, and geothermal options, with BER recommending VRF. No formal votes were taken on these items; the committee approved the previous meeting minutes and adjourned.

• Approved September 23, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will call the meeting to order and move into an executive session. This session is for discussing strategy regarding collective bargaining with the Hingham Library Staff Association Local 888, S. E. I. U., AFL CIO Union.

• Motion to adjourn to executive session for library staff union bargaining strategy

Personnel Board

The board will move to an executive session to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining with the New England Police Benevolent Association, Inc. The meeting also includes a session to conduct negotiations with the union.

• Strategy discussion for collective bargaining with New England Police Benevolent Association, Inc.
• Negotiations with New England Police Benevolent Association, Inc.

Select Board

The Select Board will consider requests from National Grid to install and maintain gas mains across several streets. The agenda also includes a limousine license application and appointments.

• National Grid request for gas mains in Main Street, Mill Lane, Cushing Street, and South Pleasant Street
• National Grid request for gas mains in Thaxter Street and the intersection of Thaxter Street and North Street
• Limousine License application for Mounssir Elhamri (Boston Logan Anywhere, Inc.)
• Review of Talent Bank applicants for appointments

The Hingham Select Board unanimously approved two National Grid gas main replacement projects: one covering Main, Mill, Cushing, and South Pleasant Streets, and another on Thaxter Street. Both approvals are subject to Department of Public Works stipulations and require two weeks' notice to neighbors. The board also discussed the COVID-19 situation and deferred a limousine license decision pending a background check.

• Approved National Grid gas main replacement on Main, Mill, Cushing, and South Pleasant Streets (3-0)
• Approved National Grid gas main replacement on Thaxter Street (3-0)
• Deferred limousine license for Boston Logan Anywhere, Inc. pending CORI report for vehicle owner

Municipal Light Board

The Hingham Municipal Light Board will discuss creating a plan for a zero carbon power supply. The agenda includes discussions on solar canopy installation at 31 Bare Cove Rd and a joint meeting with Hull Light Board regarding offshore wind turbines in Hull. The board will also review financial updates and the 2021 budget.

• Plan for Zero Carbon Power Supply
• Solar canopy at 31 Bare Cove Rd using REC revenue
• Joint meeting with Hull Light Board regarding offshore wind turbines in Hull
• MassCEC Grant discussion
• Transmission Project Financial Model and letter to The Select Board

Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers

The Board of Managers will review property management reports and approve July 26, 2021 minutes. The agenda includes updates on a window project's RFP, timing, and funding, as well as discussions regarding the Corcoran Management Contract and CNA proposals.

• Window project update regarding RFP, timing, and funding
• Review of Corcoran Management Contract
• Discussion of CNA proposals
• Approval of July 26, 2021 minutes

Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers

The Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers will hold a virtual meeting to discuss business matters. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss a potential real estate transaction for the property located at 107 Main Street.

• Potential real estate transaction for 107 Main Street

The Board unanimously approved awarding the Lincoln School window replacement contract to Vareika Construction, Inc. for $1,216,000, and renewed the Corcoran Management Contract with a 4.3% increase. The window project will be funded partly by current cash, with reserves kept above $200,000, and the contract will be with the Town. The Board also discussed vacancies, operating costs, and a future Capital Needs Assessment (CAN) but took no action on the CAN.

• Approved $1,216,000 window replacement bid to Vareika Construction, Inc. (unanimous)
• Renewed Corcoran Management Contract as of Oct 1, 2021, with 4.3% increase (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 26 with amendment removing Kathleen Amonte from attendees

School Committees

The Salary & Negotiations Subcommittee will approve minutes from the September 21, 2021 meeting. The committee also plans to enter executive session to discuss and conduct contract negotiations with HEA Unit A regarding working conditions for the 2021-2022 school year reopening.

• Approval of minutes from September 21, 2021
• Contract negotiations with HEA Unit A regarding 2021-2022 school reopening working conditions

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review revised Hingham Wetland Regulations and consider a vote on the Buffer Zone Mitigation Policy. The meeting also includes Notices of Intent for construction at 289 Whiting Street and 7 Brandon Woods Circle.

• Notice of Intent: Construction and blasting at 289 Whiting Street
• Notice of Intent: Pool and landscaping at 7 Brandon Woods Circle
• Resource Area Delineation for 90 and 90A Industrial Park Road
• Vote on Buffer Zone Mitigation Policy
• Review of revised Hingham Wetland Regulations

The Hingham Conservation Commission approved Orders of Conditions for projects at 289 Whiting Street (New Boston Golf Club) and 7 Brandon Woods Circle (Savignano), and an Order of Resource Area Delineation for 90 & 90A Industrial Park Road. The Commission also approved the Buffer Zone Mitigation Policy. A proposed revision to the Wetland Regulations regarding Land Subject to Coastal Storm Flowage was discussed but not voted on, pending Town Counsel review.

• Approved Order of Resource Area Delineation for 90 & 90A Industrial Park Road (3-0, Mosher absent)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 289 Whiting Street (3-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 7 Brandon Woods Circle (3-0)
• Approved Buffer Zone Mitigation Policy (4-0)
• Discussed but did not vote on revised Wetland Regulations for Land Subject to Coastal Storm Flowage

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a site visit at 208 Downer Avenue. The visit relates to an application by the Hingham Yacht Club for Site Plan Review and a Special Permit to remove an existing barn and construct a new two-story boat barn.

• Site visit for Hingham Yacht Club at 208 Downer Avenue
• Application for Site Plan Review and Special Permit A2
• Proposal to remove an existing barn and build a new two-story boat barn

Planning Board

The Hingham Planning Board is reviewing a flexible residential development proposal for 213 & 215 Cushing Street. The board will also consider a request for re-endorsement of an ANR plan for 3 Home Meadows Lane.

• Flexible Residential Development proposal at 213 & 215 Cushing Street
• Re-endorsement of an Approval Not Required (ANR) plan for 3 Home Meadows Lane

The Hingham Planning Board unanimously re-endorsed an Approval Not Required (ANR) plan for 3 Home Meadows Lane, with changes limited to the mylar type and revision date. The board also continued the public hearing for a proposed eight-lot Flexible Residential Development at 213 and 215 Cushing Street to November 8, 2021, extending the decision deadline to December 8, 2021. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included discussion of the September 13, 2021 minutes and an administrative update.

• Re-endorsed ANR plan for 3 Home Meadows Lane (5-0)
• Continued Cushing Street FRD hearing to Nov 8, 2021, extended decision deadline to Dec 8, 2021 (5-0)

School Committees

The Hingham SEPAC will introduce its 2021-2022 board members and share results from a recent survey. The meeting includes an introduction to the Sustainable Budget Task Force and a discussion regarding annual SEPAC goals. Attendees can also participate in a meet and greet to discuss special education issues.

• Introduction of new 2021-2022 board members
• Sharing results of recent SEPAC survey
• Introduction to the Sustainable Budget Task Force
• Discussion of annual SEPAC goals

School Committees

The Hingham SEPAC will introduce its 2021-2022 board members and share recent survey results. Dr. Suzanne Vinnes, Director of Student Services, will discuss a new format for IEP meetings using a strengths and needs approach. The meeting also includes an introduction to the Sustainable Budget Task Force.

• Introduction of 2021-2022 SEPAC board members
• Presentation of recent SEPAC survey results
• Introduction to the Sustainable Budget Task Force
• Discussion of new IEP meeting format using strengths and needs approach

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will call the meeting to order and then adjourn to an executive session. This session is for discussing strategy regarding collective bargaining with the New England Police Benevolent Association, Inc.

• Executive session for collective bargaining strategy with New England Police Benevolent Association, Inc.

Personnel Board

The Hingham Personnel Board plans to adjourn to an executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy with the New England Police Benevolent Association, Inc. The meeting will be held remotely via Zoom.

• Executive session for collective bargaining strategy with New England Police Benevolent Association, Inc.

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will meet to discuss strategy and conduct negotiations with the Hingham Library Staff Association Local 888, S.E.I.U., AFL-CIO Union. These sessions are scheduled to take place in executive session without returning to open session.

• Motion for executive session regarding collective bargaining strategy
• Motion for executive session regarding collective bargaining negotiations

Council on Aging

The Hingham Council on Aging will discuss the funding of a Needs Assessment Project. The meeting also includes remarks from the Chair and Vice Chair and provides an opportunity for public comment.

• Funding of Needs Assessment Project

The Hingham Council on Aging Advisory Board unanimously approved spending up to $15,000 from its Donation Account to co-fund a needs assessment proposed by the UMass Center for Gerontology, with a total project cost of $35,000. The remaining funds are proposed to come from a Formula grant ($8,000) and Building Committee funds ($12,000), though the Building Committee response is pending. The board noted a caveat to recoup funds if the Building Committee had already allocated money for the assessment.

• Approved expenditure up to $15,000 from Donation Account for needs assessment (unanimous)
• Noted funding plan: $8,000 Formula grant, $15,000 Donation Account, $12,000 Building Committee (pending)
• Acknowledged $17,500 deposit required under current contract

Public Safety Facility Building Committee

The committee will receive an update on the design of the Public Safety Facility. Members will also review the budget report and approve invoices.

• Update on Design
• Budget Report
• Review and approval of invoices

The Public Safety Facility Building Committee reviewed proposed space reductions that could bring the building program to just under 50,000 square feet, with further review needed. They approved two invoices totaling $129,694 for design and project management services. The committee also discussed net zero energy goals and HVAC options, with a recommendation for a variable refrigerant system.

• Approved KBA invoice #7 for $126,924 (unanimous)
• Approved Hill International invoice #4 for $2,770 (unanimous)
• Approved September 2, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous, Smallwood abstaining)
• Scheduled working session and meeting for September 30, 2021

GAR Hall Trustees

The G.A.R. Hall Trustees will review the treasurer's report and previous meeting minutes. The agenda includes follow-up discussions on window replacement, clapboard repair, and exterior painting. The trustees will also begin planning for the FY22 budget.

• FY22 budget planning
• Window replacement follow-up
• Clapboard repair follow-up
• Exterior painting follow-up

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a hearing regarding a sign variance for the Hingham Historical Society at 34 Main Street. The application seeks to install two ground signs in specific setbacks within Business District A and the Downtown Hingham Overlay District.

• Sign variance request for Hingham Historical Society at 34 Main Street

The Zoning Administrator granted the Hingham Historical Society a variance from § V-B of the Zoning By-Law to install two ground signs in the front and left-side setbacks at 34 Main Street, where only one sign is normally permitted and a 10-foot setback is required. The decision was based on the property's significant grade changes, which make the building not visible from Main Street, and the need for functional signage. No public comments were presented, and the hearing was closed at 4:45 pm.

• Granted variance to Hingham Historical Society for two ground signs at 34 Main Street (unanimous, no vote tally recorded)

Audit Committee

The Hingham Audit Committee will meet to conduct administrative business, including the election of officers and introduction of members. The committee will also review the current audit status and discuss future plans for audits.

• Election of officers/positions
• Introduction of new members and terms of existing members
• Review of current audit status
• Discussion of outstanding and pending items
• Development of a forward plan for audits

Sewer Commission

The Hingham Sewer Commission will vote on sewer bill abatements and a regulations update that includes scheduling a public hearing. The commission will also discuss long-range planning and the status of the Jordan Way / Canterbury Street subdivision.

• Vote on sewer bill abatements
• Schedule public hearing for regulations update
• Discussion of Jordan Way / Canterbury Street subdivision status
• Delegation of actions to DPW Superintendent

The Hingham Sewer Commission approved a sewer bill abatement of $2,342.89 for 227 Otis Street and delegated authority to the DPW Superintendent to sign off on MWRA and Hull Sewer assessments over $200,000 annually. The commission also discussed sewer regulations, a subdivision status, and long-range planning, but took no other formal votes. Chair Harold briefly left the meeting due to a computer issue, and the commission continued without him.

• Approved $2,342.89 sewer bill abatement for 227 Otis Street (2-0, Harold absent)
• Delegated DPW Superintendent authority to sign MWRA and Hull Sewer assessments over $200,000 annually (2-0, Harold absent)
• Approved July 15, 2021 meeting minutes as drafted (3-0)

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will meet in open session before moving to an executive session. The meeting includes discussing strategy and conducting collective bargaining negotiations with the Hingham Police Superior Officers Union.

• Collective bargaining negotiations with the Hingham Police Superior Officers Union
• Strategy discussion regarding collective bargaining with the Hingham Police Superior Officers Union

Cable TV Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the status of requests to Harbor Media and the Comcast HD channel. The agenda also includes a review of the Verizon license renewal status and a video production presentation.

• Introduction of new committee member Nathaniel Stillman
• Status of CAC requests to Harbor Media
• Status of Comcast HD channel
• Verizon license renewal status
• Video production end-to-end presentation

Climate Action Planning Committee

The committee will discuss its history, goals, and meeting format. The agenda also includes reviewing the committee charter for approval and discussing consultant engagement and subcommittee formation.

• Charter review and approval
• Consultant engagement discussion
• Subcommittee formation

The Hingham Climate Action Planning Committee held its first meeting on September 22, 2021, and discussed its history, goals, and meeting format. Members agreed to meet monthly via Zoom, starting October 13, and tabled approval of the draft charter until the next meeting to allow members more time to review. No formal decisions were made, but the committee discussed potential subcommittees and the possibility of engaging a consultant (MAPC) to assist with its work.

• Tabled charter approval until next meeting
• Agreed to meet monthly via Zoom, starting October 13 at 7pm
• Discussed forming subcommittees (community engagement, regional engagement, grant research, etc.)
• Noted MAPC may not be available until late spring/early summer 2022 for consultant work

Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers

The Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers held a joint meeting to discuss a potential real estate transaction for the property located at 107 Main Street in Hingham. The agenda also included the call to order and adjournment.

• Potential real estate transaction for 107 Main Street, Hingham, MA

Personnel Board

The Hingham Personnel Board will consider requests regarding staff classifications and salaries. This includes a request to move two South Shore Country Club positions from seasonal to permanent status. The board will also review salary placement for the new Community Planning Director.

• Re-classifying 2 South Shore Country Club positions from seasonal to permanent
• Salary placement for the new Community Planning Director at Grade 12, Step 4
• Request for one additional week of vacation for the Assistant Town Clerk
• Executive Session regarding collective bargaining strategy

The Hingham Personnel Board approved reclassifying two South Shore Country Club positions from seasonal to permanent full-time status, retroactive to July 1, 2021. It also approved an extra week of vacation for the new Assistant Town Clerk and set the Community Planning Director's salary at Grade 12, Step 4. The board then entered executive session for collective bargaining strategy.

• Approved Second Assistant Golf Course Superintendent as permanent full-time nonexempt at Grade 3, retroactive to July 1, 2021
• Approved Assistant Golf Professional/Director of Golf Instruction as full-time nonexempt at Grade 5, retroactive to July 1, 2021
• Approved one additional week of vacation (from 2 to 3 weeks) for the newly hired Assistant Town Clerk, Grade 6
• Approved placement of Community Planning Director at Grade 12, Step 4, retroactive to August 18, 2021
• Approved minutes from August 21, 2021 meeting with one modification
• Voted unanimously to enter executive session for collective bargaining strategy

Retirement Board

The Hingham Retirement Board will meet to approve minutes from the August 24 meeting and review September 2021 expenses. The board will also review applications for membership, superannuation, and buyback/make-ups.

• Approval of August 24 meeting minutes
• Review of September 2021 allowances and expenses
• Review of membership applications
• Review of superannuation applications
• Review of buyback/make-up applications

The Hingham Contributory Retirement Board approved the September 2021 payroll warrant totaling $915,285.55 and an accounts payable warrant of $52,017.08, along with six new membership applications, one voluntary superannuation retirement, and four transfer/withdrawal requests. The board also accepted liability for Debra S. Clifton's creditable service, approved medical panel results for Corey Farina (4-0, with one abstention), and approved a $500,000 transfer from the PRIT fund to the operating account.

• Approved September 2021 payroll warrant of $915,285.55 (5-0)
• Approved accounts payable warrant of $52,017.08 (5-0)
• Approved six new membership applications (5-0)
• Approved voluntary superannuation retirement for Annmarie Kracunas (5-0)
• Approved four transfer/withdrawal applications totaling $37,416.47 (5-0)
• Accepted liability for Debra S. Clifton's creditable service of 4 years 5 months (5-0)
• Approved medical panel results for Corey Farina (4-0, Jones abstained)
• Approved $500,000 transfer from PRIT fund to operating account (5-0)

Harbor Development Committee

The committee is reviewing updates for the Town Wharf Project, including filing status and report recommendations. Discussions will also cover harbormaster matters such as dredging and a proposed MBTA pier. The agenda includes an update on a $15,000 salt water fishing grant opportunity.

• Town Wharf Project updates regarding Beals & Thomas filing status
• Proposed new MBTA pier in shipyard for ferries
• Possible inner harbor dredging of marinas
• $15,000 Salt Water Fishing Grant Opportunity
• CPC Master Plan for Hingham Harbor RFP status

The Harbor Development Committee discussed the Town Wharf reconstruction project, including a joint meeting with the Conservation Committee on by-law changes, and plans for updated drawings by Beals & Thomas for a Notice of Intent and construction RFP. The committee also reviewed remaining wharf projects at Vietnam Veterans Park/Mobil Station and Barnes Wharf, and heard reports on the boat ramp, mooring regulations, and other harbor matters. No formal votes were recorded; the meeting was for discussion and updates.

• Discussed Town Pier reconstruction permitting and by-law changes with Conservation Committee
• Beals & Thomas to prepare updated drawings for Notice of Intent and construction RFP
• Woods Hole Group final draft report to be presented at next HDC meeting
• State grant application to be resubmitted for next period
• Reviewed barrier design for seawall edge; awaiting town administrator determination
• Harbormaster to relocate outpost shed for new boat ramp; utilities to be provided
• Beals & Thomas to provide preliminary cost estimates for wharf projects at Vietnam Veterans Park and Barnes Wharf
• Discussed boat ramp fee implementation for maintenance and sand management

Country Club Management Committee

The committee will review the Executive Director's report on August results and FY 21 finances. Discussion includes the construction start date and spending for the Maintenance Building and Pool Design. The agenda also covers the CPC Town Pool Application and a golf tournament.

• Maintenance Building construction start date and site work schedule
• FY 21 expenditures and revenues report
• Pool design update
• CPC Town Pool Application
• Bill Friend’s Scramble Golf tournament

The Country Club Management Committee approved a request to place a memorial bench for Bill Friend on the 7th tee box. They also approved the minutes of the August 31, 2021 meeting and set the next meeting for October 19, 2021. The pool design is complete, with construction costs expected by October 12, and the maintenance building start date was pushed to early October.

• Approved minutes of August 31, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved bench request for Bill Friend on 7th tee box
• Set next meeting for October 19, 2021 at 4:30 PM

Select Board

The Select Board will consider requests for manager changes and special event liquor licenses. The board will also review preliminary Community Preservation Committee applications for various town property projects.

• Change of Manager request for Stars on Hingham Harbor at 2-4 Otis Street
• One-day wine and malt beverage license for Stellwagon Beer Company
• One-day all alcoholic beverages license for Hingham Youth Football
• CPC applications for Tree and Park Barn and historical monument restoration
• CPC application regarding the Town Pool at the South Shore Country Club

The Select Board unanimously approved a change of manager for Stars on Hingham Harbor, a one-day beer license for the Weir River Farm Fall Festival, and a one-day alcohol license for a Hingham Youth Football fundraiser. The board also voted to allow the Historical Commission, Veterans Services, and the Country Club Management Committee to submit Community Preservation funding applications for various projects. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved change of manager for Stars on Hingham Harbor from Wesley Baltzer to Megan Langley (3-0)
• Approved one-day wine and malt license to Stellwagon Beer Company for Fall Festival at Weir River Farm (3-0)
• Approved one-day all alcoholic beverages license to Hingham Youth Football for Fall Fundraiser at Hingham Shipyard (3-0)
• Allowed Historical Commission to submit CPC application for Tree and Park Barn restoration (3-0)
• Allowed Historical/Veterans' Services to submit CPC application for monument restoration (3-0)
• Allowed Country Club Management Committee to submit CPC application for new Town Pool at South Shore Country Club (3-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider applications for property modifications in Hingham. This includes a request for setback variances at 9 Chestnut Place and replacing a barn at 208 Downer Avenue. A marina expansion permit for 26 Summer Street is also scheduled for postponement.

• Variance for a deck and second-floor balcony at 9 Chestnut Place
• Replacement of an existing barn with a new 36' x 30' barn at 208 Downer Avenue
• Request to continue marina expansion permit for 26 Summer Street

The Zoning Board of Appeals continued a variance request for a deck and balcony at 9 Chestnut Place to October 12, after the applicant's attorney requested time to consult with the client. The board unanimously continued a Special Permit A1 hearing for a marina expansion at 26 Summer Street to December 21, extending the decision deadline to March 21, 2022. A hearing to modify a Special Permit A2 for a new boat storage barn at 208 Downer Avenue (Hingham Yacht Club) was also continued to October 12. Minutes from July 20, August 5, and August 17, 2021 were approved unanimously.

• Continued 9 Chestnut Place variance hearing to Oct 12 (no vote on merits)
• Continued 26 Summer Street marina Special Permit A1 hearing to Dec 21, 2021 (3-0)
• Extended 26 Summer Street decision deadline to Mar 21, 2022 (3-0)
• Continued 208 Downer Avenue barn modification hearing to Oct 12, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of Jul 20, Aug 5, Aug 17, 2021 (3-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a hearing regarding a special permit application for 21 Beal Street. The proposal seeks to create an accessory dwelling unit within the Residence District A.

• Special permit application for an accessory dwelling unit at 21 Beal Street

The Zoning Administrator granted a Special Permit A1 to Dennis McCormack and Felicia Catale-McCormack to create an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) at 21 Beal Street. The decision was based on compliance with all eligibility, dimensional, and design requirements, including the town's ADU cap. Conditions include owner occupancy, annual recertification, and restrictions on separate sale.

• Granted Special Permit A1 for ADU at 21 Beal Street
• Confirmed ADU cap not exceeded (14th application, cap 156)
• Approved 739 SF ADU with 1 bedroom, within 750 SF limit
• Required owner occupancy and annual recertification
• Prohibited separate sale of principal dwelling and ADU

School Committees

The subcommittee will discuss and conduct contract negotiations with HEA Unit A. These discussions focus on working conditions for the 2021-2022 school year reopening. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from previous sessions.

• Contract negotiations with HEA Unit A regarding 2021-2022 school reopening working conditions
• Approval of September 3, 2021, regular session minutes
• Approval of September 3, 2021, executive session minutes

School Committees

The Hingham School Committee is meeting remotely to handle routine business and several substantive items. Members will discuss aligning the district's face-covering policy with the state mask mandate, hear updates on the drivers' education program and the School Building Committee, and take action on items including a new in-person grade six program and homeschool applications.

• Discuss changes to policy EBCFA (Face Coverings) to match MA DESE mask mandate
• Approve operation of in-person grade six program at Su Escuela
• Appoint Dr. Gary Maestas to South Shore Educational Collaborative Board
• Discuss next steps in Superintendent search process
• Receive homeschool applications for two students (grades K and 1)

Cultural Council

The Hingham Cultural Council will review the Fiscal Year 2022 Grant Cycle and elect new officers. The meeting also includes a report on the Facebook page from the Public Affairs Officer.

• Review of Fiscal Year 2022 Grant Cycle
• Election of new officers and assignment of activities
• Public Affairs Officer Report on Facebook Page

The Hingham Cultural Council unanimously approved minutes from its Feb. 8, 2021 meeting and set a voting meeting for Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2021, at 7:00pm to decide Fiscal Year '22 grant applications. Hingham received $7,200 from the MA Cultural Council for FY22 grants, with an application deadline of Oct. 15, 2021. The council also assigned FY22 roles: Chair Patti Coyle, Secretary Ellen Stone, Public Affairs Officer Jonathan Kirk, Approval and Denial Letters Megan Ward, and Reimbursement Support Tricia Byrnes. No grant decisions were made at this meeting.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting 2/8/2021 (unanimous)
• Set FY22 voting meeting for Nov. 17, 2021 at 7:00pm (unanimous)
• Voted to hold a brief meeting after the voting meeting to approve those minutes
• Assigned FY22 roles: Chair, Secretary, Public Affairs Officer, Approval/Denial Letters, Reimbursement Support

Weir River Water System Citizens Advisory Board

The Citizens Advisory Board will discuss its responsibilities, including the process for soliciting and distributing feedback. The meeting includes updates on received feedback and a review of communication progress. Reports from the Water Superintendent and Water Commissioner are also scheduled.

• Process for soliciting and distributing feedback
• Update on feedback received so far
• Communications progress sharing
• CAB meeting frequency and schedule
• Water Superintendent and Water Commissioner reports

The Weir River Water System Citizens Advisory Board heard updates from Water Commissioner Liz Klein and Water Superintendent Russ Tierney. The rate study and master plan are about 65% complete, with completion targeted by year-end, and are already funded through water rates. The board approved the June 9, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously and discussed customer feedback forms and a potential FAQ for the website. No formal votes were taken on policy or spending items.

• Approved June 9, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous roll call)
• Discussed forwarding online feedback forms to town-specific board members
• Agreed to consider adding FAQ/Q&A to WRWS website
• Set next meeting tentatively for December 6, 2021 at 4:00pm

School Committees

The subcommittee will discuss its roles, responsibilities, and goals. Members will receive updates on the FY 21 financial close and FY 22 budget items, including COVID-related expenses and CARES funding. The agenda also includes updates on the Master Plan and Buildings 12 and 179.

• Update on FY 21 Financial Close
• Discussion of FY 22 COVID-related expenses and CARES funding
• Master Plan Update
• Update on Buildings 12 and 179
• Technology Discussion

Center for Active Living Building Committee

The committee will discuss a community needs assessment proposal for the Hingham Council on Aging. The meeting also includes discussions regarding future program needs and senior center facilities.

• Community Needs Assessment Proposal to Hingham Council on Aging
• Future Program Needs
• Senior Center Facilities

The Senior Center Building Committee voted to recommend that the town enter an agreement to fund a community needs assessment for the new senior center, to be conducted by the Gerontology Institute at UMass Boston. The motion passed with all remaining members voting in favor; Beth Rouleau recused herself. The project is expected to begin in January 2022. The committee also agreed to change its meeting time to 5:30 PM on the second Tuesday of the month.

• Recommended town fund community needs assessment by UMass Boston (all present voted yes; Rouleau recused)
• Agreed to continue meetings on 2nd Tuesday of month at 5:30 PM
• Adjourned at 7:54 PM

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will discuss the Senior Means tested exemption. The meeting includes an executive session to review and make decisions on abatements. Additionally, the Board will review warrants, exemptions, and invoices.

• Discussion of Senior Means tested exemption
• Review of abatements in executive session
• Review and signing of warrants, exemptions, and invoices
• Approval of minutes from the previous meeting

The Board accepted the resignation of Chairman Greg Hall, effective September 13, 2021, and voted to make Chrissy Roberts the new Chairman. The Board also approved minutes from August 11, 2021, reviewed and signed invoices, warrants, and exemptions, and entered executive session to discuss ATB appeals. The next meeting was set for October 14, 2021 at 10 AM.

• Accepted Chairman Greg Hall's resignation effective September 13, 2021
• Voted Chrissy Roberts as new Chairman of the Board
• Approved minutes from August 11, 2021
• Reviewed and signed invoices, warrants, and exemptions
• Entered executive session to review, discuss, and vote on ATB appeals
• Set next meeting for October 14, 2021 at 10 AM

Commission on Disabilities

The Commission on Disabilities will review meeting notes from July 2021. Chair DeNapoli is scheduled to deliver a kick-off presentation for the 21/22 period.

• Review of July 2021 meeting notes
• Chair DeNapoli's 21/22 Kick Off Presentation

The Hingham Commission on Disabilities met remotely and approved the July 13, 2021 meeting minutes. The commission welcomed two new members, Sharon Allen and Mike Clancy, and discussed forming working groups for outreach, infrastructure, and events. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy matters.

• Approved July 13, 2021 meeting minutes (motion by Sharon Allen, seconded by Maria O'Laughlin)
• Welcomed new members Sharon Allen and Mike Clancy
• Discussed forming working groups for administration, infrastructure, and events
• Agreed to finalize by-laws and enhance website as next steps
• Adjourned at 7:47 p.m. (7-0 vote)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review permit applications for 5 Popes Lane and 4 Jordan Way. The meeting includes a discussion regarding flexible residential development at 213/215 Cushing St. Additionally, the Environmental Health Officer will provide a COVID-19 update and introduce updates to private well regulations.

• Expansion of Use Construction Permit Application for 5 Popes Lane
• Cellar Floor/Groundwater Variance Application for 4 Jordan Way
• Preliminary discussion on 213/215 Cushing St. Flexible Residential Development
• Introduction of Hingham Private Well Regulations Update
• Delegation to Grant Food Code Variance to EHO

The Board unanimously approved a septic construction work permit for 5 Popes Lane, granting three variances from the Supplemental Septic Regulations, with conditions including a test pit, revised plans, and well abandonment/testing. It also unanimously granted a cellar floor/groundwater variance for 4 Jordan Way. For the 213/215 Cushing Street Flexible Residential Development preliminary review, the Board voted to ask the Planning Board for an extension of the 35-day review period, stating it could not provide recommendations based on the information presented. The meeting also included approval of prior minutes and a tabled discussion on Chapter 40B permitting.

• Approved the July 15, 2021 public meeting minutes as drafted.
• Approved the July 22, 2021 public meeting minutes as amended.
• Granted a septic construction work permit and three variances (SSR V(L), VII(J), VII(M)) for 5 Popes Lane, with conditions including a test pit, revised plans, and well abandonment/testing.
• Granted a variance from SSR VII(P) for 4 Jordan Way, conditional on the WR Grace Waterproof System as designed.
• Voted to notify the Planning Board that the Board cannot provide written recommendations on the 213/215 Cushing Street FRD application and requested an extension of the 35-day review period.
• Tabled the discussion on the Chapter 40B Hingham Permitting Process.
• Noted the EHO report, including a decline in COVID-19 cases, 100 flu vaccine doses received, and a joint $300,000 regional public health grant.
• Tentatively scheduled the next meeting for October 12, 2021 at 6:00 p.m.

Select Board

The Select Board will consider a contract and reserve fund transfer for the Hingham Public Library flooring replacement project. The meeting includes a joint session with the School Committee and Advisory Committee for an FY21 financial review. Other agenda items include a paving project overview and a special liquor license request.

• Contract approval with Capital Carpet and Flooring Specialties, Inc. for library flooring
• Reserve Fund Transfer Request for Hingham Public Library flooring project
• Special All Alcoholic Beverages license for Father Bill’s & MainSpring event
• Rt. 228 Paving Project Overview
• Joint FY21 financial review with School Committee and Advisory Committee

The Select Board unanimously approved a $59,250 reserve fund transfer and a $202,708 contract with Capital Carpet and Flooring Specialists, Inc. for the Hingham Public Library flooring replacement project. The board also approved a one-day alcohol license for Father Bill's & MainSpring donor reception and made three appointments to town boards. A joint session with the School and Advisory Committees discussed the formation of a Sustainable Budgeting Task Force to address projected budget deficits.

• Approved $59,250 reserve fund transfer for library flooring project (3-0)
• Authorized $202,708 contract with Capital Carpet and Flooring Specialists, Inc. for library flooring (3-0)
• Approved one-day alcohol license for Father Bill's & MainSpring donor reception at Hingham Shipyard (3-0)
• Appointed Daniel Clark to Historic Districts Commission (3-0)
• Appointed Brigid Ryan to Affordable Housing Trust (3-0)
• Appointed Laura Marwill to Board of Registrars (3-0)
• Approved minutes from August 24 and August 31 meetings (3-0)

Development and Industrial Commission

The Hingham Development & Industrial Commission will meet to approve minutes and elect new officers. The agenda also includes updates regarding South Hingham and the Climate Action Committee.

• Election of officers
• Setting 2022 goals and timetables
• South Hingham update
• Climate Action Committee update

The Hingham Development and Industrial Commission approved the August meeting minutes and elected officers: Jill Nilsen as Secretary, Nancy Wiley as Vice Chair, and Michael Kranzley as Chair. The commission set 2022 goals, including beginning stakeholder outreach for South Hingham, creating a warrant article to increase commission membership to 15, and discussing short-term rentals, which are not addressed in zoning by-laws. Members expressed concerns about AirBnBs and potential lost bed tax revenue. The commission also discussed the South Hingham Site Readiness Study, with a final report presentation scheduled for September.

• Approved minutes from the August meeting
• Elected Jill Nilsen as Secretary
• Elected Nancy Wiley as Vice Chair
• Elected Michael Kranzley as Chair
• Set 2022 goals including stakeholder outreach for South Hingham
• Set 2022 goal to create a warrant article to increase commission membership to 15
• Discussed short-term rentals, noting they are not addressed in zoning by-laws
• Discussed the South Hingham Site Readiness Study, with a final report presentation scheduled for September

Library Board of Trustees

The Hingham Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to review committee reports and approve a 5-Year Plan. The agenda also includes updates on library landscaping, lobby floor tiles, and the annual appeal.

• Approval of 5-Year Plan
• Update on lobby floor tile
• Landscaping improvements update
• Beyond the Books event
• Annual Appeal

Advisory Committee

The Advisory Committee will hold a joint session with the Select Board and School Committee for preliminary FY21 financial review and sustainable budget planning. The meeting also includes a reserve fund transfer request and several liaison reports.

• Joint Session for Preliminary FY21 Financial Review and Sustainable Budget Planning
• Reserve Fund Transfer Request
• Liaison reports including Harbor Development, Public Safety Facility, and Net Zero Study Committee
• Review of June 29 and August 3, 2021 minutes

The Advisory Committee voted 14-0 to recommend a $59,250 Reserve Fund transfer to the Library Lobby & Stair Floor Tile account, covering a shortfall for replacing 20-year-old floor tiles at the Hingham Public Library. The committee also approved minutes from June 29 and August 3, 2021 meetings, and discussed updates on the Sustainable Budget Task Force, school staffing, and other liaison reports.

• Approved June 29, 2021 meeting minutes with revisions (9-0-5).
• Approved August 3, 2021 meeting minutes (10-0-4).
• Recommended $59,250 Reserve Fund transfer for library floor tile replacement (14-0).
• Recessed for joint session with Select Board and School Committee for FY21 financial review.
• Discussed Financial Policy Update revisions, including raising capital asset threshold to $15,000.
• Agreed to send suggested changes to Financial Policy Update within one week.
• Noted Planning Board approved Master Plan with minor technical changes.
• Discussed potential Operational Override and Sustainable Budget Task Force role.

School Committees

The Hingham School Committee, Select Board, and Advisory Committee are holding a joint meeting. The session is for a preliminary FY21 financial review and sustainable budget planning.

• Preliminary FY21 financial review
• Sustainable budget planning

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board has scheduled sessions to discuss strategy and conduct negotiations with the Hingham Library Staff Association Local 888, S. E. I. U., AFL CIO Union. These sessions are intended to move into executive session.

• Executive session for discussing collective bargaining strategy with library staff union
• Executive session for conducting negotiations with library staff union

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review several land use requests, including Notices of Intent for new construction and pool installations. The agenda also includes a review of revised bow hunting regulations and a discussion regarding the Buffer Zone Mitigation Policy.

• Notice of Intent: building, grading, and blasting at 289 Whiting Street
• Notice of Intent: pool, patio, and retaining wall installation at 7 Brandon Woods Circle
• Amended Order of Conditions: second story addition at 33 Beach Road
• Review of revised Bow Hunting Regulations
• Discussion of Buffer Zone Mitigation Policy

The Hingham Conservation Commission approved a Negative Determination of Applicability for a septic system upgrade at 49 Gardner Street, allowing the work to proceed. The Commission also issued an Amended Order of Conditions for a second-story addition at 33 Beach Road, with conditions including a reduced mitigation planting ratio. Several other items were continued to future meetings, including hearings for 185 Downer Avenue, 289 Whiting Street, and 7 Brandon Woods Circle. The Commission also approved a field change for cattail treatment at Cushing Pond and revised Bow Hunting Regulations.

• Approved the draft minutes from the August 23, 2021 meeting.
• Continued the Certificate of Compliance for 74 Abington Street to October 18, 2021.
• Issued a Negative Determination of Applicability for the septic system upgrade at 49 Gardner Street.
• Continued consideration of the Amended Order of Conditions for 185 Downer Avenue to September 27, 2021.
• Issued an Amended Order of Conditions for the second-story addition at 33 Beach Road.
• Continued the Notice of Intent hearing for 289 Whiting Street to September 27, 2021.
• Continued consideration of the Notice of Intent for 7 Brandon Woods Circle to September 27, 2021.
• Approved a field change to treat cattails only at the inlet of Cushing Pond and approved revised Bow Hunting Regulations.

Planning Board

The board will consider several site plan review waivers for retail renovations at 92 and 94 Derby Street. The agenda also includes a request to replace a barn at Hingham Yacht Club and a residential subdivision rescission.

• Retail renovations at 92 Derby Street (Cattivo and American Giant)
• Enclosing an existing patio at 94 Derby Street (Nomai)
• Site improvements for JP Morgan Chase at 421 Lincoln Street
• New single-family dwelling construction at 220 Summer Street
• Two-story boat storage barn at 208 Downer Avenue

The Hingham Planning Board approved a modified site plan for a single-family dwelling at 220 Summer Street, subject to conditions including final plan revisions, a $6,000 consultant fee account, and pre-construction meetings. The board also granted site plan review waivers for interior renovations at 92 Derby Street (Cattivo, American Giant) and 94 Derby Street (Nomai), and for Chase Bank at 421 Lincoln Street. The Hingham Yacht Club barn replacement hearing was continued to October 12, 2021, and a subdivision plan rescission at 249 Cushing Street was granted.

• Approved 220 Summer St site plan modification with conditions (4-0)
• Granted site plan waiver for Cattivo at 92 Derby St, Suite 107 (4-0)
• Granted site plan waiver for American Giant at 92 Derby St, Suite 115 (4-0)
• Granted site plan waiver for Nomai at 94 Derby St, Suite 217 (4-0)
• Granted site plan waiver for Chase Bank at 421 Lincoln St (4-0)
• Continued Hingham Yacht Club barn hearing to Oct 12, 2021 (4-0)
• Scheduled site visit for HYC at 208 Downer Ave on Sept 27, 2021 (4-0)
• Granted rescission of subdivision plan at 249 Cushing St (4-0)

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board met to adjourn to an executive session regarding collective bargaining strategy with the Hingham Police Superior Officers Union and the Firefighters Association, IAFF, Local 2398.

• Executive session for Hingham Police Superior Officers Union bargaining strategy
• Executive session for Firefighters Association, IAFF, Local 2398 bargaining strategy

Shade Tree Committee

The Hingham Shade Tree Committee will review its mission statement and the 2021 tree planting plan. The agenda also includes an update on Browntail Moth and the approval of April minutes.

• Review of 2021 Tree Planting Plan
• Browntail Moth update
• Review of Committee Mission Statement
• Approval of April minutes

Recreation Commission

The Hingham Recreation Commission will discuss updates regarding town-wide turf maintenance and recreational programs. The meeting also includes a discussion of a possible capital project recommendation for the CPC and a budget update.

• Programs Update
• Town Wide Turf Maintenance Update
• Kayak and Stand Up Paddle Board Program
• Possible CPC capital project recommendation
• Budget Update

The Recreation Commission voted unanimously to prioritize the hockey rink over the basketball court for Community Preservation Committee (CPC) funding, with Mark to provide figures for both using post-tension concrete. They also approved adding school field projects (JV Softball, Varsity Baseball, Tennis Courts, Plymouth River Softball) as a warrant article with the schools. No other formal decisions were made; program updates and budget discussions were informational.

• Approved hockey rink as priority for CPC funding, with basketball court figures also provided (unanimous)
• Approved adding school field projects to warrant article (unanimous)

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will review the FY2021 financial report and discuss revenue for FY2022. The meeting includes discussions regarding COVID-19 vaccinations for seniors and the development of a 2022-2027 strategic plan.

• Introduction of new COA member Joe Nevins
• Review of FY2021 financial report
• Discussion of COVID-19 vaccination efforts for Hingham seniors
• Development of 2022-2027 Long-term Strategic Plan
• Designation of standing committees and appointment of chairs

The Hingham Council on Aging unanimously approved a resolution to accept a $35,000 Professional Services Agreement with the UMass Boston Gerontology Institute for a community needs assessment, including a $17,500 deposit. The board also approved funding coffee from the Donations Account, formed committees for rebranding, a 'Friends' group, and volunteer enrichment, and supported creating a Program Coordinator position. Minutes from July 13, 2021, were approved.

• Approved the $35,000 UMass Boston needs assessment agreement, including a $17,500 deposit.
• Approved funding coffee from the Donations Account after a family donation is exhausted.
• Approved forming a committee to research rebranding, marketing, and outreach, chaired by Joe Nevins.
• Approved forming a committee to study a 'Friends' group, chaired by Scott Stevenson (one abstention).
• Approved supporting the creation and funding of a Program Coordinator position in the town budget.
• Approved the annual appeal letter with revisions.
• Approved the minutes of the July 13, 2021, meeting.
• Agreed to reinstate standing committees and establish new ones for rebranding, volunteers, and Friends.

Harbor Development Committee

The Joint Conservation Commission and Harbor Development Committee will discuss by-law changes required for permitting the reconstruction of the Town Pier. This meeting is being held remotely via Zoom.

• Discussion of by-law changes for Town Pier reconstruction

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will meet with the Harbor Development Committee to discuss improvements to the Hingham Harbor/Town Pier wharf walls. The discussion includes reviewing Woods Hole Group memos and potential changes to wetland regulations.

• Hingham Harbor/Town Pier wharf wall improvements
• Review of Woods Hole Group memos
• Potential changes to wetland regulations

The Conservation Commission and Harbor Development Committee held a joint meeting to discuss the proposed Hingham Harbor Coastal Resiliency Improvement Project, but no formal decisions were made due to lack of quorum. The Commission discussed potential revisions to the Wetland Regulations to allow the project, which faces restrictions under current rules, and agreed to propose minor revisions. The project was previously approved by Town Meeting, and the HDC plans to submit a Notice of Intent.

• No formal votes taken due to lack of quorum
• Agreed to propose minor revisions to Hingham Wetland Regulations to address Section 20.0 (5)c and (6)b
• Discussed timeline for project, with HDC ready to submit Notice of Intent

Library Board of Trustees

The Long-Range Planning Committee will review amendments to the draft 2022-2026 Five-Year Plan. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the August 31st meeting.

• Review of amendments to the draft 2022-2026 Five-Year Plan
• Approval of minutes from the August 31st meeting

Personnel Board

This meeting consists of procedural actions and a motion to adjourn to an executive session. The board will discuss bargaining strategy with the Hingham Library Staff Association Local 888, S. E. I. U., AFL CIO Union.

• Executive session regarding collective bargaining strategy with Hingham Library Staff Association Local 888, S. E. I. U., AFL CIO Union

School Committees

The committee will consider a Memorandum of Agreement with HEA Unit A regarding collective bargaining negotiations. Members will also review contracts for Interim Superintendent Dr. Gary Maestas and interim administrators Jennifer Arnold and Gregory Lamothe. Additionally, the committee will discuss proposed changes to face covering policy EBCFA.

• Memorandum of Agreement with HEA Unit A
• Contracts for interim administrators Jennifer Arnold and Gregory Lamothe
• Contract for Interim Superintendent Dr. Gary Maestas
• Proposed changes to policy EBCFA (Face Coverings)
• Proposal to increase adult meal process

The Hingham School Committee met remotely on September 8, 2021, and voted to enter executive session to discuss collective bargaining with HEA Unit A, agreements with interim administrators, and the interim superintendent's contract. After returning to open session, the minutes do not record any substantive decisions or votes on these or other agenda items, including policy changes, meal program proposals, or a field trip. The meeting appears to have been largely procedural, with no final actions taken in open session.

• Entered executive session to discuss HEA Unit A collective bargaining (motion passed)
• Entered executive session to discuss agreements with interim administrators Jennifer Arnold and Gregory Lamothe (motion passed)
• Entered executive session to discuss Interim Superintendent Dr. Gary Maestas's contract (motion passed)
• No open-session votes or decisions recorded

Housing Authority

The Board will consider multiple Community Preservation Committee (CPC) applications for repairs at 667-1, 667-2, and Scotland Road. They will also vote on a motion to rescind a previous decision regarding the transfer of approximately 19 acres of land to the Town.

• CPC applications for fire doors ($20,000), painting ($54,000), and flooring ($131,400) at 667-1 & 667-2
• CPC applications for garage renovations ($20,000), window/siding work ($47,000), and boiler replacement ($8,000) at Scotland Road
• CPC application for kitchen and bathroom renovations at four Family Units ($58,000)
• Motion to rescind the transfer of approximately 19 acres of land to the Town of Hingham

The Hingham Housing Authority board approved ten Community Preservation Committee (CPC) applications for various repairs and improvements, including fire door hold-open systems, painting, flooring, garage and window renovations, boiler replacement, kitchen/bathroom upgrades, parking, dumpster pads, and signage. The board also rescinded a 2019 motion to transfer 19 acres of land to the Town of Hingham, keeping ownership with the HHA. Minutes and accounts payable were approved unanimously.

• Approved CPC application for hold-open system at 667-1 ($20,000) (unanimous)
• Approved CPC application for interior painting at 667-1 & 667-2 ($54,000) (unanimous)
• Approved CPC application for entryway flooring at 667-1 & 667-2 ($131,400) (unanimous)
• Approved CPC application for garage renovations at Scotland Road ($20,000) (unanimous)
• Approved CPC application for bay window and siding at Scotland Road ($47,000) (unanimous)
• Approved CPC application for boiler replacement at Scotland Road ($8,000) (unanimous)
• Approved CPC application for kitchen/bathroom renovations at 4 Family Units ($58,000) (unanimous)
• Rescinded 2019 motion to transfer 19 acres to Town of Hingham (unanimous)

School Committees

The Salary & Negotiations Subcommittee will review minutes from recent regular and executive sessions. The committee will also enter executive session to discuss strategy and conduct contract negotiations with HEA Unit A concerning working conditions for the 2021-2022 school year reopening.

• Approval of August 30, 2021, meeting minutes
• Contract negotiations with HEA Unit A regarding 2021-2022 school reopening working conditions
• Review of August 2 and 30, 2021, executive session minutes

Public Safety Facility Building Committee

The committee will discuss design progress and a Net Zero concept for the new facility. The agenda also includes a budget report regarding Hill Amendment #01 and the review of invoices.

• Design Progress Report
• Net Zero Concept Discussion
• Hill Amendment #01 – Schematic Design Independent Cost Estimate
• Review and approval of invoices

The Public Safety Facility Building Committee approved a $6,600 contract amendment for Hill International to provide an independent cost estimate for the schematic design phase. The committee also discussed net-zero and carbon-neutral design options, including HVAC system choices and solar panel costs, but made no final decisions on those. Design progress was reported, including floor plan changes and an increased EOC capacity.

• Approved Hill International contract amendment #1 for $6,600 (unanimous)
• Approved August 19, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will meet to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining with the Firefighters Association, IAFF, Local 2398. The board also plans to enter an executive session to conduct negotiations with this group.

• Strategy discussion for collective bargaining with Firefighters Association, IAFF, Local 2398
• Negotiations with Firefighters Association, IAFF, Local 2398 in executive session

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will meet to discuss strategy for collective bargaining with the Hingham Police Superior Officers Union. Following this discussion, the board plans to enter an executive session to conduct negotiations with the union.

• Strategy discussion regarding collective bargaining with Hingham Police Superior Officers Union
• Collective bargaining negotiations with Hingham Police Superior Officers Union

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will meet to consider accepting a report regarding the history of the Hingham Water Company acquisition. The agenda also includes a call to order and a period for public comment.

• Consideration of the Report on the History of the Hingham Water Company Acquisition

The Board of Water Commissioners unanimously accepted the Report on the History of the Hingham Water Company Acquisition, which documents the town's 2012 acquisition and subsequent commitments to ratepayers. The meeting was held remotely and included no public comments. The board adjourned shortly after the vote.

• Accepted Report on the History of the Hingham Water Company Acquisition (3-0)

Harbor Development Committee

The committee will review updates regarding the Town Wharf Project, including grant status and report recommendations. The agenda also includes discussions on the boat ramp, Bathing Beach Trustees, and the August 22 storm.

• Town Wharf Project status updates
• Bathing Beach Trustees update
• Boat Ramp update
• Harbormaster August 22 storm update
• CPC Harbor Master Plan RFP status

The Harbor Development Committee reviewed ongoing harbor projects, including the Town Wharf Project. The committee discussed coordinating with the Conservation Committee on seawall elevations, preparing updated drawings for the Town Pier, and pursuing grant funding after a state grant was not awarded. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was primarily an update and discussion session.

• Scheduled joint meeting with Conservation Committee for September 9 on seawall regulations
• Directed Beals & Thomas to prepare updated Town Pier drawings for Notice of Intent and RFP
• Discussed seawall fence schemes; meeting with town administrator to be arranged
• Agreed to resubmit state grant application for next period
• Discussed relocating Harbormaster shack for new boat ramp
• Agreed to prepare draft rafting and anchoring guidelines for World's End area
• Approved submitting CPC grant for Harbor Master Plan RFP after committee comments

Country Club Management Committee

The committee will review July financial results, including FY 21 expenditures and revenues. The agenda also includes updates on the maintenance building construction schedule and pool design.

• Maintenance Building & Pool Design updates
• Review of FY 21 expenditures and revenues
• Procurement of Point of Sale system
• Building assessment for Function Room, Pro Shop, and Pool
• CPC Town Pool Application discussion

The Country Club Management Committee approved the July 21, 2021 minutes, donation requests from Notre Dame Academy and the Michael Chesna Jamboree, and a bench in memory of Bill Friend on the 7th tee box. They also reviewed the financial report, maintenance facility construction progress, and a preliminary Community Preservation Application for $1 million for a pool. The next meeting was set for September 21, 2021.

• Approved July 21, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved donation requests for Notre Dame Academy and Michael Chesna Jamboree
• Approved bench in memory of Bill Friend on 7th tee box
• Set next meeting for September 21, 2021

Select Board

The Select Board will consider approving a special one-day wine and malt beverages license for the Fall Festival at Weir River Farm. The agenda also includes reviewing talent bank appointments and receiving a COVID-19 update.

• Special one-day wine and malt beverages license for Zelus Beer Company
• Review of Talent Bank applicants for appointments
• COVID-19 update

The Hingham Select Board voted unanimously to approve a Special (One-Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license for Zelus Beer Company to serve beer at the Fall Festival at Weir River Farm on September 25, 2021. The board also appointed Leon Merian to the Fourth of July Parade Committee and Mark Buonagurio to the Weir Estuary Park Committee. The meeting included a COVID-19 update noting rising cases and vaccination rates, but no public comments or other reports were made.

• Approved a Special (One-Day) Wine and Malt Beverages license to Geoffrey Pedder for Zelus Beer Company at the Fall Festival, Weir River Farm, Sept. 25, 2021, 10 am–5 pm (unanimous).
• Appointed Leon Merian to the Fourth of July Parade Committee for a one-year term ending July 31, 2022 (unanimous).
• Appointed Mark Buonagurio to the Weir Estuary Park Committee for a three-year term ending June 30, 2024 (unanimous).
• Adjourned the meeting at 4:27 pm (unanimous).

Municipal Light Board

The Hingham Municipal Light Board will discuss a rate increase related to a transmission project. The meeting also includes updates on solar programs, battery storage, and the municipal budget.

• Rate Increase due to Transmission Project
• Solar canopy at 31 Bare Cove Rd using REC revenue
• MassCEC Grant
• Braintree investment in plants
• Energy Efficiency/Sustainability/Communications Position

The Hingham Municipal Light Board met remotely on August 31, 2021. The board voted to replace Paul Heanue with Thomas Morahan as its voting representative to the Massachusetts Municipal Utility Self-Insurance Trust Fund. The meeting included discussion of several agenda items, but the minutes do not record specific decisions on those items.

• Approved minutes from the 7/27/21 and 8/10/21 meetings.
• Voted to replace Paul Heanue with Thomas Morahan as the HMLP voting representative to the Massachusetts Municipal Utility Self-Insurance Trust Fund.
• Held an executive session to discuss trade secrets, personnel matters, and collective bargaining or litigation strategy.

Library Board of Trustees

The Long-Range Planning Committee will discuss and vote on the draft 2022-2026 Five-Year Plan. The committee will also approve minutes from the February 17 and August 17 meetings.

• Vote on draft 2022-2026 Five-Year Plan
• Approval of February 17 meeting minutes
• Approval of August 17 meeting minutes

Weir River Estuary Park Committee

The committee will discuss updates regarding storm water systems, land bridge removal, and Eastman Road ownership. Members are also scheduled to vote on several community activities for the 2021-2022 fiscal year.